THz Science & Technology Network

US ARMY RESEARCH LABORATORY, SENSORS & ELECTRON DEVICES DIRECTORATE, RF & ELECTRONICS DIVISION, ADELPHI, MD

Researchers in the US have used an artificially-structured “metamaterial” to build a device that can control highly-elusive terahertz (THz) radiation. The modulator is claimed to be ten-times better at switching a THz beam than previous designs and could pave the way for the use of the radiation in a wide range of applications in chemistry, astronomy and even airport security (Nature 444 597).

Teraphysics Corporation has been selected to receive a $200,000 supplemental contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to further development of a terahertz signal source for compact and portable concealed weapons detection systems.

November 27 - December 1, 2006 (Exhibit: November 28 - 30), Hynes Convention Center & Sheraton Boston Hotel, Boston, MA

Staff Engineer to support system integration and product development programs within the Spectrum Solutions Team. This hands-on position supports the design, fabrication, test, and installation of electro-optic sensors for chemical/biological sensing as well as process monitoring applications.

Saeedkia’s work on terahertz systems can be used for biological and material spectroscopy and sensing, and for imaging applications.

One technology on display used terahertz waves, which are naturally emitted by all objects and people, to identify concealed objects.

Will develop and evaluate new sensors & detectors devices operating in the optical, IR, and THz ranges.

Imaging specialist, TeraView has achieved considerable success following its business plan makeover, attracting two senior figures from the pharmaceutical industry and securing a key strategic investor from the US.

The FEL also produces copious amounts of terahertz light and now has a dedicated lab to its study.