Labview Based Peak Detection Algorithm for Element Identification and Spectral Analysis

-Identification of the unknown (material) is the need of the hour in the world of insecurities. Raman spectroscopy is an important technique for assigning molecular signature for detection and identification of unknown sample. Raman Spectroscopy is based on the inelastic scattering of the incident light by the vibrational test molecule. Raman spectrum is unique for particular molecule or compound and this property is employed for identification. This paper proposes a simpler, cheaper and less complex technique for capturing and analyzing the Raman spectra. A dedicated program has been developed, using Labview software, for analyzing the Raman spectrum and identifying the same. The program has been tested and has proved to detect and identify the element successfully and effectively.