Advanced optics for rapidly patterned laser profiles in analytical spectrometry
Abstract
The present invention is directed to a novel arrangement of optical devices for the rapid patterning of laser profiles used for desorption and/or ionization sources in analytical mass spectrometry. Specifically, the new optical arrangement provides for a user-defined laser pattern at the sample target that can be quickly changed (on a microsecond timescale) to different dimensions (or shapes) for subsequent laser firings.
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Citation
Russell, David H.; Mclean, John A. (2007). Advanced optics for rapidly patterned laser profiles in analytical spectrometry. United States. Patent and Trademark Office; Texas A&M University. Libraries. Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /176860.