Method and apparatus for detecting embedded material within...

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2011-01-04

2011-01-04

Evans, F. L (Department: 2877)

Optics: measuring and testing

By dispersed light spectroscopy

With sample excitation

C356S328000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07864315

ABSTRACT:
A system and method processes a structure comprising embedded material. The system includes a laser adapted to generate light and to irradiate an interaction region of the structure. The system further includes an optical system adapted to receive light from the interaction region and to generate a detection signal indicative of the presence of embedded material in the interaction region. The system further includes a controller operatively coupled to the laser and the optical system. The controller is adapted to receive the detection signal and to be responsive to the detection signal by selectively adjusting the laser.

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