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Optoelectronic Solutions Give Rise to Terahertz Sensing

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Once an exotic application of femtosecond lasers, terahertz sensing is now a preferred method for nondestructive analysis, with use cases in the automotive industry.

LARS LIEBERMEISTER AND ROBERT KOHLHAAS FRAUNHOFER HHI, AND ANDREAS THOSS CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

The terahertz portion of the electromagnetic spectrum refers to the frequencies between ~100 GHz and ~10 THz. This corresponds to wavelengths between 3 mm and 30 µm. Lying between the electronic realm at lower frequencies and the optical (infrared) part of the spectrum — in effect, between two worlds — terahertz radiation has historically been difficult to generate. The efficiency of electronic devices, for example, transistors and oscillators, drops sharply as frequencies increase into the terahertz range. Photonic devices work well at higher (infrared and visible...Read full article

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    Published: November 2024
    Glossary
    terahertz
    Terahertz (THz) refers to a unit of frequency in the electromagnetic spectrum, denoting waves with frequencies between 0.1 and 10 terahertz. One terahertz is equivalent to one trillion hertz, or cycles per second. The terahertz frequency range falls between the microwave and infrared regions of the electromagnetic spectrum. Key points about terahertz include: Frequency range: The terahertz range spans from approximately 0.1 terahertz (100 gigahertz) to 10 terahertz. This corresponds to...
    nondestructive testing
    Any testing method for materials and components that does not damage or destroy the test sample. Some of the methods used are x-ray, ultrasonic, electro-optic and magnetic testing.
    optoelectronics
    Optoelectronics is a branch of electronics that focuses on the study and application of devices and systems that use light and its interactions with different materials. The term "optoelectronics" is a combination of "optics" and "electronics," reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of this field. Optoelectronic devices convert electrical signals into optical signals or vice versa, making them crucial in various technologies. Some key components and applications of optoelectronics include: ...
    continuous wave
    Continuous wave (CW) refers to a type of signal or transmission where the signal is constant and does not vary with time. In various contexts, the term is used to describe continuous, uninterrupted oscillations or waves. Here are a few applications of the term in different fields: Electromagnetic waves: In radio communication and radar systems, a continuous wave signal is a steady oscillation of radio frequency (RF) energy. It does not involve modulation, which means the amplitude,...
    radiation
    The emission and/or propagation of energy through space or through a medium in the form of either waves or corpuscular emission.
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