Light Scattering And Photon Correlation Spectroscopy

Author : R. Pecora
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 429 pages
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Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461323891

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Dynamic Light Scattering by R. Pecora Pdf

In the twenty years since their inception, modern dynamic light-scattering techniques have become increasingly sophisticated, and their applications have grown exceedingly diverse. Applications of the techniques to problems in physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, and fluid mechanics have prolifer ated. It is probably no longer possible for one or two authors to write a monograph to cover in depth the advances in scattering techniques and the main areas in which they have made a major impact. This volume, which we expect to be the first of aseries, presents reviews of selected specialized areas by renowned experts. It makes no attempt to be comprehensive; it emphasizes a body of related applications to polymeric, biological, and colloidal systems, and to critical phenomena. The well-known monographs on dynamic light scattering by Berne and Pecora and by Chu were published almost ten years ago. They provided comprehensive treatments of the general principles of dynamic light scat tering and gave introductions to a wide variety of applications, but natu rally they could not treat the new applications and advances in older ones that have arisen in the last decade. The new applications include studies of interacting particles in solution (Chapter 4); scaling approaches to the dynamics of polymers, including polymers in semidilute solution (Chapter 5); the use of both Fabry-Perot interferometry and photon correlation spectroscopy to study bulk polymers (Chapter 6); studies of micelIes and microemulsions (Chapter 8); studies of polymer gels (Chapter 9).

Author : E.R. Pike,J.B. Abbiss
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401155861

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Light Scattering and Photon Correlation Spectroscopy by E.R. Pike,J.B. Abbiss Pdf

Since their inception more than 2.5 years ago, photon correlation techniques for the spatial, temporal or spectral analysis of fluctuating light fields have found an ever-widening range of applications. Using detectors which re spond to single quanta of the radiation field, these methods are intrinsically digital in natnre and in many experimental situations offer a unique degree of accuracy and sensitivity, not only for the study of primary light sources themselves, but most particularly in the use of a laser-beam probe to study light scattering from pure fluids, macromolecular suspensions and laminar or turbulent flowing fluids and gases. Following the earliest developments in laser scattering by dilute macro nl01ecular suspensions, in , ... hich particle sizing was the main aim, and the use of photon correlation techniques for laser-Doppler studies of flow and tnrbuence. both of which areas were the subject of NATO ASls in Capri, Italy in 19;:3 and 19;6. significant advances have be('n made in recent years in many other areas. These were reflected in the topics covered in this NATO Advanced Research Workshop, which took place from August 2;th to 30th, 1!)!}6, at the Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland. These in cluded ('xperimental techniques. statist.ics and data reduction, colloids and aggregation, polymers, gels, liquid crystals and mixtures, protein solutions, critical pllf'nomena and dense media.

Author : Wyn Brown
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 760 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1993-01-28
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015029572750

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Dynamic Light Scattering by Wyn Brown Pdf

"Dynamic light scattering is an experimental technique now commonly found in laboratories concerned with fundamental studies of macromolecular systems"--Preface.

Author : H. Cummins
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 601 pages
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Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781475716689

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Photon Correlation Spectroscopy and Velocimetry by H. Cummins Pdf

Following the first Capri School on Photon Correlation Spectroscopy held in July 1973 and published earlier in this series (Series B: Physics v.3) a second Capri NATO Advanced Study Institute on this topic was held at the Hotei Luna from 26 July to 6 August 1976. This volume contains the invited lecture courses and seminars and some of the contributed seminars presented at this Institute. Much had happened in the field in the intervening three years and it was the intention of the Organising Committee to build on the previous courses • without detailed repetition of fundamentals. and to extend the coverage widely over the use of photon-correla tion methods for the temporal or spectral analysis of fluctuating light sources. In particular, the rapid expansion of these methods for the measurement of macroscopic motion by Laser Doppler Veloci metry was given special emphasis as is indicated in the title. The members of the Organizing Committee were: E R Pike, RSRE, Malvern, UK } _ Co-directors H Z Cummins, CCNY, New York, USA M Bertolotti, University of Rome, Italy - Local Organiser P Pusey, RSRE, Malvern, UK - Treasurer V DeGiorgio, CISE, Milan, Italy P Lallemand, ENS, Paris, France Pierre de Gennes assisted the Committee during the planning of the Institute but was unfortunately prevented at the last minute from attending.

Author : Benjamin Chu
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780323161886

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Laser Light Scattering by Benjamin Chu Pdf

Laser Light Scattering: Basic Principles and Practice, Second Edition deals with the technical aspects of laser light scattering, including the basic principles and practice. Topics covered include light scattering theory, optical mixing spectrometry, photon correlation spectroscopy, and interferometry. Experimental methods and methods of data analysis are also described. This book is comprised of eight chapters and begins with a discussion on the interrelationship between laser light scattering and other types of scattering techniques that use X-rays and neutrons, with particular reference to momentum and energy transfers as well as time-averaged and time-dependent scattered intensity. The spectrum of scattered light and a single-particle approach to time-averaged scattered intensity are considered. The following chapters focus on photoelectric detection of the scattered electric field; optical mixing spectrometers; basic equations for photon correlation spectroscopy; and the principles of Fabry-Perot interferometry. The pertinent features of the experimental aspects of laser light scattering are also outlined, together with the Laplace inversion problem. The final chapter examines polymer molecular-weight distributions in relation to particle sizing. This monograph will be of interest to physicists.

Author : H. Cummins
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 575 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461589068

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Photon Correlation and Light Beating Spectroscopy by H. Cummins Pdf

This volume contains the invited lectures and seminars and abstracts of the contributed seminars presented at the NATO Advanced Study Institute on Photon Correlation and Light Beating Spectroscopy held at the Centro Caprense Di Vita E Di Studi Ignazio Cerio, Capri, Italy, July 16-27, 1973. The Institute was organized to provide a com~rehen8ive presentation of this new and rapidly developing field for those interested in applying these techniques to problems in many areas including Physics, Biology, Engineering and Chemistry. The lectures were divided into three principal categories: the first Basic Theory (Photon Statistics and Correlation, Scattering Theory), secondly Instrumentation (Correlation Techniques, Light Beating), and the third Areas of Application (Gas and Liquid Dynamics, Critical Phenomena, Biology). The seminars provided detailed presentations of applications to a number of specific problems. - Although the selection of topics was inevitably li mi ted, i t was the hope of the organizing committee that the lectures would provide a broad coverage appropriate for the needs of the interdisciplinary audience represented by the participants, and that this volume would serve for some years to come as a useful introduction for those entering the field. The members of the Organizing Committee were: E.R. Pike, RRE, Malvern U.K. } Co-directors H.Z. Cummins, New York University M. Bertolotti, Universita di Roma - LocalOrganizer J.M. Vaughan, RRE, Malvern, U.K. Secretary H. Swinney, New York University Treasurer P. Lallemand, Ecole Normale Superieure, Paris H. Haken, Universitat Stuttgart, Germany.

Author : Bruce J. Berne,Robert Pecora
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 482 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2013-07-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780486320243

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Dynamic Light Scattering by Bruce J. Berne,Robert Pecora Pdf

Lasers play an increasingly important role in a variety of detection techniques, making inelastic light scattering a tool of growing value in the investigation of dynamic and structural problems in chemistry, biology, and physics. Until the initial publication of this work, however, no monograph treated the principles behind current developments in the field.This volume presents a comprehensive introduction to the principles underlying laser light scattering, focusing on the time dependence of fluctuations in fluid systems; it also serves as an introduction to the theory of time correlation functions, with chapters on projection operator techniques in statistical mechanics. The first half comprises most of the material necessary for an elementary understanding of the applications to the study of macromolecules, or comparable sized particles in fluids, and to the motility of microorganisms. The study of collective (or many particle) effects constitutes the second half, including more sophisticated treatments of macromolecules in solution and most of the applications of light scattering to the study of fluids containing small molecules.With its wide-ranging discussions of the many applications of light scattering, this text will be of interest to research chemists, physicists, biologists, medical and fluid mechanics researchers, engineers, and graduate students in these areas.

Author : Redouane Borsali,Robert Pecora
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1490 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2008-07-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402044649

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Soft-Matter Characterization by Redouane Borsali,Robert Pecora Pdf

This 2-volume set includes extensive discussions of scattering techniques (light, neutron and X-ray) and related fluctuation and grating techniques that are at the forefront of this field. Most of the scattering techniques are Fourier space techniques. Recent advances have seen the development of powerful direct imaging methods such as atomic force microscopy and scanning probe microscopy. In addition, techniques that can be used to manipulate soft matter on the nanometer scale are also in rapid development. These include the scanning probe microscopy technique mentioned above as well as optical and magnetic tweezers.

Author : Renliang Xu
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2006-04-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780306471247

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Particle Characterization: Light Scattering Methods by Renliang Xu Pdf

Particle characterization is an important component in product research and development, manufacture, and quality control of particulate materials and an important tool in the frontier of sciences, such as in biotechnology and nanotechnology. This book systematically describes one major branch of modern particle characterization technology - the light scattering methods. This is the first monograph in particle science and technology covering the principles, instrumentation, data interpretation, applications, and latest experimental development in laser diffraction, optical particle counting, photon correlation spectroscopy, and electrophoretic light scattering. In addition, a summary of all major particle sizing and other characterization methods, basic statistics and sample preparation techniques used in particle characterization, as well as almost 500 latest references are provided. The book is a must for industrial users of light scattering techniques characterizing a variety of particulate systems and for undergraduate or graduate students who want to learn how to use light scattering to study particular materials, in chemical engineering, material sciences, physical chemistry and other related fields.

Author : Benjamin Chu
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2007-05-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780486457987

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Laser Light Scattering by Benjamin Chu Pdf

Geared toward upper-level undergraduate and graduate students, this text introduces the interdisciplinary area of laser light scattering. It focuses chiefly on quasielastic laser scattering, discussing theoretical concepts at a realistic level. Some background in the physical sciences is assumed, but the opening chapters offer a brief review of classical electricity and magnetism as well as the general scattering theory. Topics include basic theoretical concepts related to light mixing spectroscopy, characteristics of the Fabry-Perot interferometer, and photon-counting fluctuations. The author, a distinguished professor in the Department of Chemistry at Stony Brook University, discusses experimental methods, including setting up a light scattering spectrometer using digital photon-counting and correlation techniques. Subsequent chapters explore applications to macromolecular systems, anemometry and its utility in reaction kinetics, and critical opalescence. References appear throughout the text.

Author : Allan John Macfadyen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:59973615

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Photon Correlation Spectroscopy and Electrophoretic Light Scattering Using Optical Fibres by Allan John Macfadyen Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015053780733

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Photon Correlation and Scattering by Anonim Pdf

Author : Alice S. Pereira,Pedro Tavares,Paulo Limão-Vieira
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 397 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2019-09-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030282479

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Radiation in Bioanalysis by Alice S. Pereira,Pedro Tavares,Paulo Limão-Vieira Pdf

This book describes the state of the art across the broad range of spectroscopic techniques used in the study of biological systems. It reviews some of the latest advances achieved in the application of these techniques in the analysis and characterization of small and large biological compounds, covering topics such as VUV/UV and UV-visible spectroscopies, fluorescence spectroscopy, IR and Raman techniques, dynamic light scattering (DLS), circular dichroism (CD/SR-CD), pulsed electron paramagnetic resonance techniques, Mössbauer spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance, X-ray methods and electron and ion impact spectroscopies. The second part of the book focuses on modelling methods and illustrates how these tools have been used and integrated with other experimental and theoretical techniques including also electron transfer processes and fast kinetics methods. The book will benefit students, researchers and professionals working with these techniques to understand the fundamental mechanisms of biological systems.

Author : Wolfgang Schärtl
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2007-08-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783540719519

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Light Scattering from Polymer Solutions and Nanoparticle Dispersions by Wolfgang Schärtl Pdf

Light scattering is a very powerful method for characterizing the structure of polymers and nanoparticles in solution. As part of the Springer Laboratory series, this book provides a simple-to-read and illustrative textbook probing the seemingly very complicated topic of light scattering from polymers and nanoparticles in dilute solution, and goes further to cover some of the latest technical developments in experimental light scattering.

Author : Kenneth S. Schmitz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 278 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015025181333

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Photon Correlation Spectroscopy by Kenneth S. Schmitz Pdf