Laser-induced plasma spectroscopy

Laser-Induced Plasma Spectroscopy (LIPS) is a technique that uses a focused laser pulse to analyze the composition of a material. When the laser hits the surface, it creates a tiny, high-temperature plasma—a hot, ionized cloud of particles—that emits light. By examining this emitted light, scientists can determine what elements or compounds are present in the material. This method is rapid, accurate, and non-destructive, making it valuable for detecting the composition of everything from metals and minerals to biological samples, often used in fields like materials science, environmental analysis, and forensic investigation.