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Feasibility of laser induced breakdown spectroscopy for quantification of zirconium in nuclear streams

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Laser induced breakdown spectroscopy is explored for the estimation of Zr in metallic fuel and pyrochemical reprocessing stream using filter paper as a sample substrate. Zr(II) emission line at 339.20 nm has been identified and used for its quantitative determination. Calibration curves are obtained after normalizing the intensity of Zr to C/Y emission lines as an internal standard, to get better linearity. Analytical capability of LIBS for Zr estimation is tested by comparing the measured value with ICP-OES in simulated samples. Good agreement between the measured values confirms the ability of LIBS application in nuclear streams.

Source: Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry

DOI: 10.1007/s10967-024-09763-5

Authors: Satendra Kumar, S. Maji, K. Sundararajan

Institutions: Homi Bhabha National Institute, Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research

Language: English

Topic: Laser-induced spectroscopy and plasma

Subfield: Mechanics of Materials

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,790

Funder: Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research