Silicon Integrated Transceiver Components for Multi-Color Imaging and Mobile CW Spectros-copy (C04)

• Subject Area: Electronic Semiconductors, Components and Circuits, Integrated Systems, Sensor Technology, Theoretical Electrical Engineering
• Term: since 2017
• Project identifier: Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - Project number 287022738

C04 focuses on expanding THz applications in multi-color imaging and broadband CW spectroscopy, leveraging the potential of low-cost, highly integrated silicon-based systems. Utilizing SiGe HBTs and sub-harmonic methods, it aims to overcome the current frequency limitations of approximately 300 GHz to reach up to 1.5 THz. The project's evolution through MARIE's phases includes transitioning from static lab settings to implementing wideband components and exploring monostatic architectures and MIMO systems for mobile use. The research aims to achieve breakthroughs in remote material spectroscopy between 0.15 to 1.5 THz using compact, integrated circuits, with the third phase focusing on system integration, advanced antenna operations, and on-chip LO signal generation for enhanced portability and functionality.

• DFG Programme: CRC/Transregios
• Subproject of: TRR 196: Mobile Material Characterization and Localization by Electromagnetic Sensing
• Applicant Institution: Universität Duisburg-Essen
• Project Head: Professor Dr. Ullrich Pfeiffer