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https://doi.org/10.5194/ar-4-121-2026
https://doi.org/10.5194/ar-4-121-2026
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03 Mar 2026
Research article |  | 03 Mar 2026

Evaluation of mass measurement techniques for soot with different size distributions and OC ∕ TC contents

Benoît Sagot, Guillaume Pailloux, and Amel Kort

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The measurement of particle mass concentrations in gases is essential for monitoring emissions from engine exhaust or atmospheric pollutants. Various instruments allow for real-time concentration monitoring, but few studies have evaluated the accuracy and reliability of these measurements. We present the results of an intercomparison between several mass concentration measurement instruments to assess their ranges of validity, providing valuable guidance for future users of these devices.
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