Excitation of the A2Σ+, C2Π and D2Σ+ Rydberg-electronic states in NO by 100 eV electrons

We report differential cross sections and optical oscillator strength determinations for the respective excitation of vibrational sub-levels of the A2Σ+, C2Π and D2Σ+ electronic states in NO by 100 eV electrons. While the differential cross section measurements are original, the present optical oscillator strengths are compared where possible with earlier values. In particular, a detailed comparison is made with the dipole (e,e) spectroscopy data from Chan et al. [W.F. Chan, G. Cooper, C.E. Brion, Chem. Phys. 170 (1993) 111], with generally very good agreement being found.