Terahertz electromagnetic generation via optical frequency difference
- 1 June 2002
- journal article
- Published by Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) in IEE Proceedings - Optoelectronics
- Vol. 149 (3) , 82-87
- https://doi.org/10.1049/ip-opt:20020321
Abstract
Electromagnetic generation between 0.1 and 3 terahertz has been demonstrated using ultrafast photodetectors loaded by broadband antennas and pumped by 0.8 µm stable lasers. Ultrashort response times have been achieved by means of low-temperature-grown (LTG) GaAs in a deep submicron interdigited technology. The 3 dB cutoff frequency is around 650 GHz with an expected output power of the order of a few tenths of a microwatt in the lower part of the spectrum, depending on the thermal post-processing conditions. Possible improvements via long wavelength laser pumping and a Fabry–Pérot cavity-like approach are discussed on the basis of a vertical device scheme.Keywords
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