227-0455-00L Terahertz: Technology & Applications
Semester | Autumn Semester 2017 |
Lecturers | K. Sankaran |
Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
Course | Does not take place this semester. |
Language of instruction | English |
Courses
Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | |
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227-0455-00 V | Terahertz: Technology & Applications Does not take place this semester. | 2 hrs | K. Sankaran |
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Abstract | This course will provide a solid foundation for understanding physical principles of THz applications. We will discuss various building blocks of THz technology - components dealing with generation, manipulation, and detection of THz electromagnetic radiation. We will introduce THz applications in the domain of imaging, communications, and energy harvesting. |
Objective | This is an introductory course on Terahertz (THz) technology and applications. Devices operating in THz frequency range (0.1 to 10 THz) have been increasingly studied in the recent years. Progress in nonlinear optical materials, ultrafast optical and electronic techniques has strengthened research in THz application developments. Due to unique interaction of THz waves with materials, applications with new capabilities can be developed. In theory, they can penetrate somewhat like X-rays, but are not considered harmful radiation, because THz energy level is low. They should be able to provide resolution as good or better than magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), possibly with simpler equipment. Imaging, very-high bandwidth communication, and energy harvesting are the most widely explored THz application areas. We will study the basics of THz generation, manipulation, and detection. Our emphasis will be on the physical principles and applications of THz in the domain of imaging, communication and energy harvesting. |
Content | INTRODUCTION Chapter 1: Introduction to THz Physics Chapter 2: Components of THz Technology THz TECHNOLOGY MODULES Chapter 3: THz Generation Chapter 4: THz Detection Chapter 5: THz Manipulation APPLICATIONS Chapter 6: THz Imaging Chapter 7: THz Communication Chapter 8: THz Energy Harvesting |
Literature | - Yun-Shik Lee, Principles of Terahertz Science and Technology, Springer 2009 - Ali Rostami, Hassan Rasooli, and Hamed Baghban, Terahertz Technology: Fundamentals and Applications, Springer 2010 Whenever we deviate from the main material discussed in these books, softcopy of lectures notes will be provided. |
Prerequisites / Notice | Good foundation in electromagnetics & knowledge of microwave or optical communication is helpful. |
Performance assessment
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ECTS credits | 3 credits |
Examiners | K. Sankaran |
Type | graded semester performance |
Language of examination | English |
Repetition | Repetition only possible after re-enrolling for the course unit. |
Additional information on mode of examination | Evaluation is based on 30 minutes oral examination |
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