Detection of Rocket Fuel Components by Multiphoton Photoionization Mass Spectroscopy.
Abstract
Multiphoton photoionization spectroscopy has been employed in conjunction with time-of-flight mass spectrometry in order to ascertain analytical detection limits for some volatile components of rocket fuel mixtures. Detection of naphthalene, 2-methylnapthalene, and 4-vinylcyclohexene at the low part per trillion level is readily accomplished with this technique. The laser wavelengths and pulse energies that are required for detection are reported along with the multiphoton optical and mass spectra.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1982
- Accession Number
- ADA120570
Entities
People
- Charles M. Klimcak
Organizations
- The Aerospace Corporation