摘要 |
The collection of spectral information is enhanced through the formation of multiple zones of excitation and emission. In one embodiment, a plurality of the zones are located within a sample substance, thereby increasing the efficiency of sample spectrum collection. In another embodiment, a reference substance is positioned so as to enclose at least one of the excitation/collection zones. The reference substance adds a known spectrum to the collection path, enabling analytical instrumentation to compare the sample and reference spectra for calibration purposes. In a further embodiment, one of the zones may be positioned within a sealed volume, and compositional changes in the sealed volume may be detected and used for leak-detection purposes.
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