Analysis of Soils Using Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy

ORAL

Abstract

Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy is a useful technique in agriculture due to its ability to rapidly detect the elemental composition of the sample, such as soil. Using LIBS, qualitative analysis of elemental abundances and deficiencies can be quickly performed, increasing crop yields and reducing waste. In this experiment, soil samples enriched with different commercial fertilizers were analyzed using a picosecond laser system in order to detect changes in trace element concentrations.

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Authors

  • Brian Ko

    • Baylor University

  • Dmitri Voronine

    • Baylor University, Texas A&M University

  • Jeremy Kunz

    • Baylor University

  • Zachary Liege

    • Baylor University

  • Alexei Sokolov

    • Baylor University, Texas A&M University

  • Marlan Scully

    • Baylor University, Texas A&M University, Princeton University