| Abstract Scope |
For new material developers, understanding chemical composition is critical to predicting performance. Despite its importance, however, performing chemical characterization typically requires significant sample preparation, multiple analytical techniques, and the chemistry experts trained to use them. Addressing the limitations of traditional instruments, a new mass spectrometry technique quantifies the metallic, trace, and light elements in a single analytical session. The innovative technology combines Laser Ablation Laser Ionization (LALI) with industry-leading time of flight (TOF) mass spectrometry. Traditional mass spectrometry and spectroscopy instruments require liquid sample introduction, which involves complex dilution/digestion and correction/calibration procedures. By directly analyzing solid materials, LALI significantly reduces the sample preparation time and complexity. By targeting neutral particles, the ionization technique removes many of the matrix effects and interferences that plague plasma-ionizing methods. With versatility, high-throughput, excellent elemental coverage, and low detection limits, this technology empowers materials scientists to iterate quickly and accelerate the material development process. |