Abstract
Diode lasers provide reliable, inexpensive and compact sources of light readily usable for the detection of virtually any small molecule in the gas phase. In particular, near-infrared and visible diodes exhibit properties especially attractive to real-world measurement applications: operation at room temperature, fiber optic compatibility and minimal power requirements. These lasers can be used in rugged instruments designed for long-term, unattended operation. In this paper, a diverse range of applications in atmospheric sensing is discussed.
© 1994 Optical Society of America
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