Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy, Reimagined
A proprietary technology enabling reagent free ultra-fast chemical testing for the monitoring and optimization of mining and chemical processing optimization (solids and liquids) and the assessment of soil fertility at ~0 marginal cost.
Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) works by focusing a high-energy laser pulse onto a sample surface, creating a micro-plasma whose light emission reveals the elemental composition of the material. It is fast, non-destructive, and requires no sample preparation.
LIBS achieved early commercial success in metallurgy — an ideal use case because metals are homogeneous. The laser hits a consistent surface every time, making calibration straightforward and results reliable.
Our proprietary technology overcomes the core challenge of applying LIBS to inhomogeneous materials — such as ores, soils, and chemical solutions — achieving high accuracy where standard approaches fall short.
By combining high-frequency laser ablation with advanced, proprietary machine learning models, Photons Analysis delivers laboratory-grade accuracy in real time on complex, non-uniform samples — detecting everything from major elements down to trace-level concentrations. Deviation versus standard lab methods is less than 2%.
Laser Ablation
A focused, pulsed laser removes a microscopic quantity of material from the sample surface.
Plasma Induction
A high-temperature plasma forms above the surface and expands rapidly into the ambient medium.
Spectral Capture
Discrete atomic emission lines are captured from the cooling plasma, forming a unique spectral fingerprint.
ML-Powered Analysis
Proprietary machine learning models interpret spectra to deliver precise, quantitative composition — from major elements down to trace concentrations.
Multi-Industry Reach
Mining
Real-time ore grade analysis across heterogeneous mineralogies.
Chemicals & Liquids
Analyze corrosive and difficult liquids without contact. Our systems work with acids, slurries, and industrial solutions.
Soil Testing
Near-zero marginal cost per test enables high-frequency soil fertility mapping.