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Terahertz wave generation using a soliton microcomb

Year: 2019

Type: article

Abstract: are obtained at averaging times of 1 s and 2000 s respectively, indicating that the stability of the generated THz wave is limited by the maser reference signal. Moreover, the terahertz signal is successfully used to perform a proof-of-principle demonstration of terahertz imaging of peanuts. Combining the monolithically integrated UTC-PD with an on-chip microcomb, the demonstrated technique could provide a route towards highly stable continuous terahertz wave generation in chip-scale packages for out-of-the-lab applications. In particular, such systems would be useful as compact tools for high-capacity wireless communication, spectroscopy, imaging, remote sensing, and astrophysical applications.

Source: Optics Express

DOI: 10.1364/oe.27.035257

Authors: Shuangyou Zhang, Jonathan M. Silver, Xiaobang Shang, Leonardo Del Bino, Nick M. Ridler, Pascal Del’Haye

Language: English

Topic: Terahertz technology and applications

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,270