Thermal Analysis and Photoionization Mass Spectrometry (TA-PIMS)
Thermal analysis provides information on mass loss and enthalpy changes as a function of temperature, applying a controlled temperature program to solid or liquid samples. Coupling with photoionization mass spectrometry allows characterization of the evolved gases in real time.
In this context, laser-based resonance-enhanced multi-photoionization (REMPI) and single photon ionization (SPI) are used in our instrument. In REMPI, an optional optical parametric oscillator (OPO) enables wavelength selectivity.
One research focus is the characterization of crude oils and petrochemical products. Of particular interest is the study of heavy crude oil fractions, such as asphaltenes. Another project is the analysis of the composition of polymeric residues from steam cracker plants.
Thermal Analysis and Photoionization Mass Spectrometry (TA-PIMS)
Thermal analysis provides information on mass loss and enthalpy changes as a function of temperature, applying a controlled temperature program to solid or liquid samples. Coupling with photoionization mass spectrometry allows characterization of the evolved gases in real time.
In this context, laser-based resonance-enhanced multi-photoionization (REMPI) and single photon ionization (SPI) are used in our instrument. In REMPI, an optional optical parametric oscillator (OPO) enables wavelength selectivity.
One research focus is the characterization of crude oils and petrochemical products. Of particular interest is the study of heavy crude oil fractions, such as asphaltenes. Another project is the analysis of the composition of polymeric residues from steam cracker plants.