SubsidieMeestersLow-noise, rapid and ultrabroadband terahertz time-domain ellipsometry enabled by spintronic terahertz emitters
T-SPINDEX aims to develop a prototype THz time-domain reflectivity spectrometer using a spintronic emitter for rapid, precise, and user-friendly measurement of material refractive indices.
Projectdetails
Introduction
Electromagnetic radiation in the terahertz (THz) frequency range (0.3-30 THz) is a powerful tool for material spectroscopy and characterization in a contact-free, non-ionizing, and non-destructive way.
Applications
An essential application is the contact-free measurement of the complex-valued reflectivity and, ideally, refractive index of materials. Such knowledge is crucial in condensed-matter research for characterization of:
- The conduction-electron concentration and scattering in semiconductors
- Optical phonons in insulators
- Magnons in antiferromagnets
This knowledge is also important in various applied settings.
Requirements
Ideally, THz reflectivity measurements should meet the following requirements:
- Ultrawideband (covering two decades from 0.3 to 30 THz)
- User-friendly
- High precision and low noise
However, current approaches do not fulfill these requirements.
Project Goal
The goal of T-SPINDEX is to build a prototype THz time-domain reflectivity spectrometer to determine the THz refractive index of materials rapidly.
Innovative Solution
Features (1)-(3) are achieved altogether by using an innovative laser-driven coherent THz source, a spintronic THz emitter.
Financiële details & Tijdlijn
Financiële details
| Subsidiebedrag | € 150.000 |
| Totale projectbegroting | € 150.000 |
Tijdlijn
| Startdatum | 1-7-2024 |
| Einddatum | 31-12-2025 |
| Subsidiejaar | 2024 |
Partners & Locaties
Projectpartners
- FREIE UNIVERSITAET BERLINpenvoerder
Land(en)
Vergelijkbare projecten binnen European Research Council
| Project | Regeling | Bedrag | Jaar | Actie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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High resolution dual comb spectroscopy and rangingThe HIGHRES project aims to enhance dual comb spectroscopy and ranging by developing a novel technique that improves resolution by three orders of magnitude for applications in gas sensing and metrology. | ERC Consolid... | € 1.987.368 | 2024 | Details |
Chip-based room-temperature terahertz frequency comb spectrometers
This project aims to develop a chip-based, room-temperature THz spectroscopy system using mid-infrared laser frequency combs for enhanced imaging and sensing applications.
Engineering QUAntum materials for TErahertz applications
This project aims to leverage the ultrafast thermodynamic properties of quantum materials to develop advanced THz technologies, enhancing performance and capabilities in the terahertz regime.
Photonic Spectrum Analyzer for the Terahertz Spectral Domain
PhoSTer THz aims to develop affordable photonic spectrum analyzers for the Terahertz range to enhance component development for 6G and other applications, overcoming limitations of current electronic systems.
Terahertz OPtoelectronics in BiLayer Graphene
Develop a new low-cost THz optoelectronic platform using bilayer graphene to create compact, electrically controlled devices, advancing THz technology and 2D material integration.
High resolution dual comb spectroscopy and ranging
The HIGHRES project aims to enhance dual comb spectroscopy and ranging by developing a novel technique that improves resolution by three orders of magnitude for applications in gas sensing and metrology.
Vergelijkbare projecten uit andere regelingen
| Project | Regeling | Bedrag | Jaar | Actie |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nano-scale Development of Plasmonic Amplifiers Based on 2D MaterialsThis project aims to develop efficient THz wave amplifiers using surface plasmons in novel 2D materials to bridge the THz source gap and enhance THz technology applications. | EIC Pathfinder | € 2.999.191 | 2023 | Details |
Nano-scale Development of Plasmonic Amplifiers Based on 2D Materials
This project aims to develop efficient THz wave amplifiers using surface plasmons in novel 2D materials to bridge the THz source gap and enhance THz technology applications.