In Situ Spectroscopic Environmental Analysis with Transportable Tunable Dye Lasers
Abstract
This report summarizes the efforts at North Dakota State University to implement laser induced fluorescence spectroscopy as a means for sensitive detection of fuel and fuel related contamination. The direction of these efforts is upon in situ detection of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in well monitoring or direct push, cone penetrometer testing (CPT). We discuss conventional approaches to fuel related detection and the inherent weaknesses therein. Both laboratory and field studies involving the applications of our laser based, time domain fluorescence instrument are presented. The principles of fluorescence spectroscopy pertinent to our concerns are outlined and discussed. Since light delivery and collection are based on fiber optics, the issues relating to fiber length, composite material, cladding, and wavelength dependence are presented. A review of our experimental methods and their relation to the results is provided, along with a discussion of the relevant concerns with interpretation of system performance. Data processing methods are presented, along with the results of the processing methods used during these studies. A presentation of wavelength time matrices (WTMs) and contour plots data formats is given. Results from field studies are also presented.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1997
- Accession Number
- ADA356323
Entities
People
- Gregory D. Gillispie
Organizations
- North Dakota State University