The laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy (LIBS) technique has shown in recent years its great potential for rapid quantitative analysis of materials. In this paper, we will present work carried out in our laboratory that has addressed the influence of the main experimental parameters on the quality of LIBS measurements. In particular, we will discuss new approaches (double-pulse mode, ultrashort laser pulse, mixed–wavelength pulse, Échelle spectrometer, etc.) and their impact on the sensitivity and the accuracy of the LIBS technique. Finally, we will describe our application of LIBS to the analysis of liquid samples.
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