Terahertz Electromagnetic Wave Detection

Members

Shizhuo Luo E1353445@u.nus.edu

Project Overview

Terahertz (THz) waves are rather useful in communication (6G communication: 0.3~3 THz), astronomy (millimetre telescope: 0.22 THz) and solid state material characterisation. However, the generation and detection of THz wave so difficult that it is named as the "THz Gap".

In this project, we aim to generate and detect a THz pulse with a traditional method (Electro-Optical Sampling) and then calibrate a commercial VO2 thermal detector which is reported to be able to detect THz wave.

This project can provide a cheaper option compared to specific THz camera (like THz fluorescence camera), and enable us to observe the pattern of THz wave in a more cost-effective way.