Handbook of Laser–Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy

This fully updated new edition of the Handbook of Laser–Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy presents: Comprehensive coverage of the basic principles of LIBS methodology A discussion of the many advantages of the method, along with limitations, providing a balanced overview of its capabilities The different types of components that can be used for LIBS apparatuses The methods of sampling in different media An overview of real–world applications of the method. The authors have included in this second edition: New chapters on: the rapidly growing area of chemometric–based analysis of LIBS spectra for the identification of complex materials some of the latest LIBS applications including design and capabilities of an open path stand–off instrument End–of–chapter Problems to challenge the reader’s understanding Updated data tables related to analysis using LIBS A new Appendix showing annotated LIBS spectra