Molecular Spectroscopy of Dynamically Compressed Materials

Focusing on molecular spectroscopy, this book explores its methods and applications in dynamic compression science, targeting future physical scientists studying materials under extreme conditions. It covers the motivation for using spectroscopy in shock-compressed materials and reviews historical developments and fundamental techniques. Introductory chapters provide insights into molecular spectroscopy, dynamic compression technologies, and diagnostics for analyzing shock states. Subsequent sections detail various spectroscopic methods, their theoretical frameworks, practical applications, and challenges, concluding with a forward-looking perspective for emerging researchers.