A couple of applications predominate for the bulk material analyzer in cement production.
This allows the operator to direct haul trucks to different sections of the quarry in a way that will result in the final elemental composition of the pile close to target.
Consistent kiln feed chemistry in turn leads to lower fuel consumption per ton of clinker produced.
LIBS operate by focusing the laser onto a small area at the surface of the material forming a plasma plume.
When plasma quickly cools down the atomic emission lines of the elements can be observed using optical spectrometer.