Thursday, August 9, 2018

Abstract-Optimization for vertically scanning terahertz attenuated total reflection imaging




Hongxiang Liu, Yuye Wang, Degang Xu, Zhinan Jiang, Jining Li, Limin Wu, Chao Yan, Longhuang Tang, Yixin He, Dexian Yan, Xin Ding, Hua Feng, and Jianquan Yao

https://www.osapublishing.org/oe/abstract.cfm?uri=oe-26-16-20744

Terahertz attenuated total reflection imaging has been used to develop preliminary applications without any in-depth analysis of the nature of present systems. Based on our proposed vertically scanning imaging system, an analysis of optimum prism design and polarization selection for error reduction is presented theoretically and experimentally, showing good agreement. By taking the secondary reflection inside the prism and the prism deflection into consideration, p-polarized terahertz waves are recommended for prisms with a base angle below 31°, leading to minimum error. This work will contribute to the development of more practical application of terahertz attenuated total reflection scanning imaging in various fields with enhanced performance.
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