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Active terahertz metamaterials

Journal Article · · Optics and Spectroscopy
OSTI ID:971291

In this paper we present an overview of research in our group in terahertz (THz) metamaterials and their applications. We have developed a series of planar metamaterials operating at THz frequencies, all of which exhibit a strong resonant response. By incorporating natural materials, e.g. semiconductors, as the substrates or as critical regions of metamaterial elements, we are able to effectively control the metamaterial resonance by the application of external stimuli, e.g., photoexcitation and electrical bias. Such actively controllable metamaterials provide novel functionalities for solid-state device applications with unprecedented performance, such as THz spectroscopy, imaging, and many others.

Research Organization:
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL)
Sponsoring Organization:
DOE
DOE Contract Number:
AC52-06NA25396
OSTI ID:
971291
Report Number(s):
LA-UR-09-06127; LA-UR-09-6127
Journal Information:
Optics and Spectroscopy, Journal Name: Optics and Spectroscopy
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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