Spectroscopic analysis of fire suppressants and refrigerants by laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy.
Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy is evaluated as a means of detecting the fire suppressants CF(3)Br, C(3)F(7)H, and CF(4) and the refrigerant C(2)F(4)H(2). The feasibility of employing laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy for time- and space-resolved measurement of these agents during use, storage, and recharge is discussed. Data are presented that demonstrate the conditions necessary for optimal detection of these chemicals.
Lancaster
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U.S. Army Research Laboratory, AMSRL-WM-BD, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland 21005-5066, USA.
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Miziolek
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