Applications using high-Tc superconducting terahertz emitters

Sci Rep. 2016 Mar 17:6:23178. doi: 10.1038/srep23178.

Abstract

Using recently-developed THz emitters constructed from single crystals of the high-Tc superconductor Bi2Sr2CaCu2O8+δ, we performed three prototype tests of the devices to demonstrate their unique characteristic properties for various practical applications. The first is a compact and simple transmission type of THz imaging system using a Stirling cryocooler. The second is a high-resolution Michelson interferometer used as a phase-sensitive reflection-type imaging system. The third is a system with precise temperature control to measure the liquid absorption coefficient. The detailed characteristics of these systems are discussed.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't