THz-TDS Applications

THz-TDS Spectrometry is an advanced spectroscopic technique operating in the frequency range 100GHZ - 20 THz. Applications include non-disruptive tests of materials and biological samples, atmospheric measurements and Plasma Diagnostics.

THz-TDS diagnostic layout for the WEST tokamak — THz-TDS diagnostic layout for the WEST tokamak (schematic). This activity is part of the EUROfusion Enabling Research programme — see the Enabling Research page.

THz-TDS table-top spectrometer on the optical bench — THz-TDS table-top spectrometer

Laser alignment of a THz-TDS transmission setup

Microscope image of a 1951 USAF Resolution Test Target — Microscope image of a 1951 USAF Resolution Test Targets for laser imaging calibration

THz-TDS components used for plasma diagnostics — THz-TDS components for plasma diagnostics

Photoconductive THz setup on the optical table — Photoconductive THz Setup

THz emitter showing the electric discharge channel left by a power-supply burst — X-ray style of a THz emitter with electric discharge channel from PSU burst