Application of the linear least squares (LLS) methodology allows for quantitative determination of variation in material composition with depth. LLS fits were applied to decompose and enhance the interpretation of… Click to show full abstract
Application of the linear least squares (LLS) methodology allows for quantitative determination of variation in material composition with depth. LLS fits were applied to decompose and enhance the interpretation of spectra obtained by Auger electron spectroscopy during depth profiles of oxidized plutonium surfaces. By means of the LLS algorithm, chemical state assignments of the Pu P1VV/O45VV, O KLL, and C KLL Auger transitions were determined and the existence of a subsurface oxycarbide layer was identified, with confirmation of the oxide and metal components provided from comparison to previous measurements of standard samples.Application of the linear least squares (LLS) methodology allows for quantitative determination of variation in material composition with depth. LLS fits were applied to decompose and enhance the interpretation of spectra obtained by Auger electron spectroscopy during depth profiles of oxidized plutonium surfaces. By means of the LLS algorithm, chemical state assignments of the Pu P1VV/O45VV, O KLL, and C KLL Auger transitions were determined and the existence of a subsurface oxycarbide layer was identified, with confirmation of the oxide and metal components provided from comparison to previous measurements of standard samples.
               
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