An obround ion transfer tube uses asymmetric geometry to divert gas flow, resolving the contradiction between high ion sampling and vacuum quality.
Calculates peak purity scores for isotopic distributions to filter interfering ions from mass spectrometry data.
An ion deflector establishes electrostatic fields to steer and focus charged particles along distinct axes within a mass spectrometer.
Curved trajectories extend separation distance without increasing physical footprint, resolving the trade-off between high resolution and compact device size.
Bridging electrodes hold circuit boards in fixed spatial relationship, reducing manufacturing complexity and enabling gas pressure control.
A curved ion guide uses parallel electrodes and a radial DC electric field to focus ions along the central axis.
Segmented vacuum pumping reduces system weight while maintaining low pressure for efficient ion transmission in the miniature mass spectrometer.
Targeted ion parking isolates specific analytes via mass selection, preventing noise co-parking and improving measurement accuracy.
Switching between transmission and reflection modes separates interfering species without mechanical slits, improving isotope ratio precision.
Spatial separation of laser and ion paths prevents interference during mass spectrometry analysis.