Title :
Submillimeter-wave and Terahertz Diodes, Components and Subsystems
Author :
Crowe, Thomas W. ; Porterfield, David W. ; Hesler, Jeffrey L. ; Bishop, William L.
Author_Institution :
Virginia Diodes, Inc., Charlottesville
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 will review 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 broader applications will also be discussed.
Keywords :
submillimetre wave diodes; GaAs; microwave electronics; nonlinear diodes; receiver sensitivity; submillimeter-wave diodes; terahertz diodes; transmitter power; Design automation; Fabrication; Frequency; Gallium arsenide; Integrated circuit technology; Millimeter wave technology; Schottky barriers; Schottky diodes; Submillimeter wave technology; Technological innovation;
Conference_Titel :
Infrared Millimeter Waves and 14th International Conference on Teraherz Electronics, 2006. IRMMW-THz 2006. Joint 31st International Conference on
Conference_Location :
Shanghai
Print_ISBN :
1-4244-0400-2
Electronic_ISBN :
1-4244-0400-2
DOI :
10.1109/ICIMW.2006.368604
