An aircraft compatible laser induced fluorescence system - In situ and remote measurements of trace gasesThe laser-induced fluorescence technique for obtaining direct measurements of atmospheric OH and other gases is described. A narrow-band UV laser is tuned to one or more of the electronic absorption bands of a specified molecule so as to cause fluorescence from a bonding excited electronic state. The monitored wavelength is longer than the laser wavelength. Equipment, specifics for OH detection, data processing, and interference are discussed, and application of the technique to the detection of NO, SO2, and CH2O is considered.
Document ID
19790037976
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Davis, D. D. (Georgia Inst. of Tech. Atlanta, GA, United States)
Philen, D. (Georgia Institute of Technology Atlanta, Ga., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1978
Subject Category
Instrumentation And Photography
Meeting Information
Meeting: Symposium on Meteorological Observations and Instrumentation