Relativistic doppler broadening diagnostics

Dan Censor

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Abstract

The theory of the Doppler broadening of radiated or backscattered monochromatic waves is investigated. A simple idealized model is discussed, to show that the classical theory of correlating the frequency spectrum with the line-of-sight velocity-distribution is inadequate. It is demonstrated that relativistic consideration; yield first-order effects which exist even for low velocities. Consequently, if the spectral and velocity-distribution profiles are compared, the spectral curve shows de-emphasis and pre-emphasis for lower and higher frequencies, respectively. Experimental evidence supports the theory.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)27-30
Number of pages4
JournalIEEE Transactions on Nuclear Science
Volume15
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 1968
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Nuclear and High Energy Physics
  • Nuclear Energy and Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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