Development of multiplier based sources for up to 2 THz

Author

Crowe, T.W. ; Hesler, J.L. ; Porterfield, D.W. ; Kurtz, D.S. ; Hui, K.

Author_Institution

Virginia Diodes, Inc., Charlottesville, VA

fYear

2007

fDate

2-9 Sept. 2007

Firstpage

621

Lastpage

622

Abstract

Nonlinear diodes are used to extend the functionality of microwave electronics into the terahertz frequency band. Systems using this technology achieve useful transmitter power and receiver sensitivity throughout the frequency range from about 100 GHz through several terahertz. This talk reviews this nonlinear diode technology, with emphasis on the ongoing research and development that will enable this terahertz technology to transition from a tool for basic science into commercial systems suitable for broader applications. Emphasis is placed on terahertz sources. Three recent VDI sources are described.

Keywords

multiplying circuits; submillimetre wave diodes; submillimetre wave generation; VDI sources; frequency 100 GHz to 2 THz; microwave electronics; multiplier; nonlinear diodes; receiver sensitivity; terahertz frequency band; terahertz technology; transmitter power; Design automation; Fabrication; Frequency; Gallium arsenide; Integrated circuit technology; Radio astronomy; Schottky diodes; Space technology; Submillimeter wave technology; Technological innovation; Terahertz sources; terahertz multipliers;

fLanguage

English

Publisher

ieee

Conference_Titel

Infrared and Millimeter Waves, 2007 and the 2007 15th International Conference on Terahertz Electronics. IRMMW-THz. Joint 32nd International Conference on

Conference_Location

Cardiff

Print_ISBN

978-1-4244-1438-3

Type

conf

DOI

10.1109/ICIMW.2007.4516653

Filename

4516653