Polarisation-sensitive sub-terahertz-wave detector implementing antenna-integrated zero-bias Schottky barrier diode

Abstract

A polarisation-sensitive sub-terahertz-wave detector has been developed by integrating an InP/InGaAsP Schottky barrier diode and a modified bowtie antenna. The fabricated quasi-optical module could detect signals at frequencies ranging from 30 GHz to 1 THz. The measured sensitivities were 1080 V/W at 250 GHz, 250 V/W at 400 GHz and 86 V/W at 600 GHz for a zero-bias condition. The principal polarisation axis angle for signal detection was confirmed to be stable within ±1.5° in a frequency ranging from 80 to 600 GHz, while the degree of polarisation was more than 95%. © The Institution of Engineering and Technology 2013.