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Current and emerging laser sensors for greenhouse gas sensing and leak detection

Frish, 2014

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Frish M
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Next-Generation Spectroscopic Technologies VII

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To reduce atmospheric accumulation of the greenhouse gases methane and carbon dioxide, networks of continuously operating sensors that monitor and map their sources are desirable. In this paper, we discuss advances in laser-based open-path leak detectors, as …
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