Musazzi S., Perini U. (Eds.) Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy: Theory and Applications

Springer-Verlag, Berlin, 2014, 575 pages, ISBN: 3642450849This book deals with the Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) a widely used atomic emission spectroscopy technique for elemental analysis of materials. It is based on the use of a high-power, short pulse laser excitation. The book is divided into two main sections: the first one concerning theoretical aspects of the technique, the second one describing the state of the art in applications of the technique in different scientific/technological areas. Numerous examples of state of the art applications provide the readers an almost complete scenario of the LIBS technique.The LIBS theoretical aspects are reviewed. The book helps the readers who are less familiar with the technique to understand the basic principles. Numerous examples of state of the art applications give an almost complete scenario of the LIBS technique potentiality. These examples of applications may have a strong impact on future industrial utilization. The authors made important contributions to the development of this field.Fundamentals of LIBS
Laser–Matter Interaction in LIBS Experiments
Physical Processes in Optical Emission Spectroscopy
LIBS Instrumental Techniques
Influence of Atmospheric Pressure and Composition on LIBS
Double and Multiple Pulse LIBS Techniques
Femtosecond Laser Ablation: Fundamentals and ApplicationsApplications of LIBS
Applications of LIBS to the Analysis of Metals
LIBS Analysis of Liquids and of Materials Inside Liquids
Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy for Analysis of Aerosols
Space Applications of LIBS
Elemental Analysis of Soils by Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy
Geochemical Fingerprinting Using LIBS
LIBS Detection of Explosives in Traces
Forensic Applications of LIBS
Identification of Polymers by Means of LIBS
Applications of High Resolution Laser: Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy for Environmental and Biological Samples
Biomedical Applications of LIBS
Combustion Applications of Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy
LIBS Analysis for Coal
Cultural Heritage Applications of LIBS