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Low cost and long-focal-depth metallic axicon for terahertz frequencies based on parallel-plate-waveguides.

ABSTRACT: In this work we demonstrate a triangular surface lens (axicon) operating at frequencies between 350 and 450 GHz using parallel-plate-waveguide technology. The proposed axicon offers longer focal depth characteristics compared to conventional plastic lenses, surpassing common TPX lenses by one order of magnitude. Additionally, due to the triangular surface of the axicon, this device is able to focus THz radiation onto smaller areas than TPX lenses, enhancing the resolution characteristics of THz imaging systems. The frequency range of operation of the proposed axicon can be easily tuned by changing the space between plates, making this approach a very attractive candidate for low-cost, robust and easy to assemble solutions for the next generation of active THz devices.

SUBMITTER: Hernandez-Serrano AI

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7862276 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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Low cost and long-focal-depth metallic axicon for terahertz frequencies based on parallel-plate-waveguides.

Hernandez-Serrano A I AI Pickwell-MacPherson Emma E

Scientific reports 20210204 1

In this work we demonstrate a triangular surface lens (axicon) operating at frequencies between 350 and 450 GHz using parallel-plate-waveguide technology. The proposed axicon offers longer focal depth characteristics compared to conventional plastic lenses, surpassing common TPX lenses by one order of magnitude. Additionally, due to the triangular surface of the axicon, this device is able to focus THz radiation onto smaller areas than TPX lenses, enhancing the resolution characteristics of THz ...[more]

PMID: 33542299

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