Combining laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) and time-gated Raman spectroscopy for underwater ores identification

Key Points

• Identification of underwater ores is enhanced by combining laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy and time-gated raman spectroscopy, providing better results.
• The technique demonstrates improved analysis of mineral compositions in challenging underwater environments, indicating advanced identification methods.
• Using a multi-spectral approach, the study focuses on optimizing mineral detection and characterizing materials via spectroscopy techniques.
• The findings highlight the efficiency of LIBS and Raman spectroscopy, suggesting broader applications in marine resource exploration.