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Optimization Of A Digital Ion Trap To Perform Isotope Ratio Analysis Of Xenon For Planetary Studies, Timothy Vazquez
Optimization Of A Digital Ion Trap To Perform Isotope Ratio Analysis Of Xenon For Planetary Studies, Timothy Vazquez
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Ion trap mass spectrometers present a powerful analytical tool which not only enables mass spectrometric determination of analyte species but also has the added feature of being able to act as an ion storage device. As a mass spectrometer, ion traps can achieve a reasonable mass range with flexible mass resolution while boasting a considerably smaller footprint when compared to conventional time-of-flight or magnetic sector instruments. Due to their smaller geometries, high-pressure tolerance, and ability to perform tandem mass spectrometry, ion trap mass spectrometers are ideal candidates for portable applications such as deployment to another planetary body. While ideal candidates …