Methods and apparatus for ion sources, ion control and ion measurement for macromolecules

Abstract

Disclosed are methods, apparatus, systems, processes and other inventions relating to: ion sources with controlled electro-pneumatic superposition, ion source synchronized to RF multipole, ion source with charge injection, optimized control in active feedback system, radiation supported charge-injection liquid spray, ion source with controlled liquid injection as well as various embodiments and combinations of each of the foregoing.

What is claimed: 
     
         1 . A method for controlling the ion current of an ion transmission device, wherein an ion source is in ion communication with and provides ions to the ion transmission device, the method comprising:
 coordinating a value for each of the at least one operating parameter of the ion source with a value for each of at least one operating parameter of the ion transmission device.