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You can find here the list of terahertz publications with and abstract and the link to journals. Only journal papers and presented here, so your can look at complete list of communications including conference procedings on my Google Scholar page.

The publication pdf files can be downloaded there and list of publications are also listed based HAL french open archive on this page.

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Skeletonization and 3D rendering with real time terahertz tomography

In this collaborative article between Lytid, IMS and Noctylio, we explore the application of terahertz (THz) technology in tomography to create 3D reconstructions in real time. The experimental setup is based on a latest generation micro-bolometric camera with 240×320 pixels, equipped with an anti-reflective coated lens developed by Lytid, to record the projection images of…

Feasibility of Using a 300 GHz Radar to Detect Fractures and Lithological Changes in Rocks

This article examines the possibility of using a high frequency radar (300 GHz) to detect fractures and lithological changes in rocks. This study, carried out in collaboration between Federico Sanjuan (University of Pau, France) and the IMS laboratory (University of Bordeaux), is in the context of the improvement of the methods of detection and quantification…

Terahertz diffractive imaging with saturated data inpainting

This article focuses on improving diffraction imaging techniques in the field of Térahertz frequencies, by approaching the problem of data saturation due to the limited dynamic range of detection systems. We introduce with the ITMO team (Nikolay V Petrov Team) a new approach to algorithmic reconstruction which deals with saturated areas in the measured intensity…

HOBIT-a New Concept for Pedagogical Innovations in Learning and Teaching Optics

Presentations of the latest HOBIT developments Martin Hachet (INRIA) presented in Jul 2021 the last HOBIT developments at the 13th annual International Conference on Education and New Learning Technologies in Spain (Virtual). You can watch the recorded presentation from the HAL open archive. More details about this publication https://hal.inria.fr/hal-03251807/ Hachet, M., Canioni, L., Guillet, J.…

Varnish Ageing characterization with terahertz waves

This paper focuses on the analysis of time-domain data regarding the measurements conducted on a French Renaissance painting realized on a metal substrate (copper). We specifically focus on the dielectric characterization of the varnish layer and its ageing consequences on THz images. Principal investigators are Quentin Cassar and Corinna Koch Dandolo. The painting The oil…

Guided Reflectometry Imaging Unit using Millimeter Wave FMCW Radars

In this paper published in july 2020 in IEEE Transactions on Terahertz Science and Technology, we present a reflectometry sensing system associated with a frequency modulated continuous wave radar. Then, a solid immersion lens is added to the system to improve the resolution. Abstract of terahertz reflectometry setup Frequency Modulated Continuous Wave (FMCW) radar systems…

Terahertz Phase Retrieval Imaging in Reflection

Collaboration with ITMO University about Terahertz After the visit of the great museum of optics in ITMO, Saint Petersbourg, Russia, an interesting discussion started with ITMO colleagues about terahertz phase retrieval and holography. We were also pleased to invite Nicholay Petrov at IMS Laboratory in Bordeaux. I am delighted to present here the results of…

Guided terahertz pulse reflectometry with double photoconductive antenna

This article presents a terahertz imaging system using a waveguide with a reflection topology. The system is based on a femtosecond pulse laser, a transceiver, and a silica pipe hollow-core waveguide. Silicon lens, beam splitter or coupler is no more required to manipulate the terahertz beam in free space, which makes this system setup more…

NearSense – Advances Towards a Silicon-Based Terahertz Near-Field Imaging Sensor for Ex Vivo Breast Tumour Identification

This paper present the terahertz near field resonator developed in the framework of Nearsense project and pulse time domain images used to determine the best frequency and design the resonator. Mavarani, L., Hillger, P., Bücher, T., Grzyb, J., Pfeiffer, U. R., Cassar, Q., … & MacGrogan, G. (2018). NearSense–Advances Towards a Silicon-Based Terahertz Near-Field Imaging…

A Solid-State 0.56 THz Near-Field Array for μM-Scale Surface Imaging

We This paper presents a fully-integrated 0.56 THz 128-pixel near-field 1-D sensor array with 10-12 μm lateral resolution. The sensing elements are based two parallel cross-bridged split-ring resonators that utilize a 3-D topology to exhibit high field confinement in the sensing spot. The sensor comprises a scalable excitation scheme that is designed to maximize the…

Study of blood plasma optical properties in mice grafted with Ehrlich carcinoma in the frequency range 0.1 – 1.0 THz

In the course of in vitro studies of blood of laboratory animals with progressing Ehrlich carcinoma, we have revealed the change of the blood plasma optical properties in the THz range, which can be used for developing the express diagnostics of the presence of oncological diseases. An applied software package is elaborated that allows the…

Terahertz biophotonics as a tool for studies of dielectric and spectral properties of biological tissues and liquids

In this review, we describe dielectric properties of biological tissues and liquids in the context of terahertz (THz) biophotonics. We discuss a model of the THz dielectric permittivity of water and water-containing media, which yields analysis of the relaxation and damped resonant molecules modes. We briefly describe modern techniques of THz spectroscopy and imaging employed in biophotonics with a strong emphasize on a…

Terahertz frequency modulated continuous wave imaging advanced data processing for art painting analysis

In this paper, we focus on data processing applied to terahertz FMCW measurement of a painting. Investigated paintings FMCW radar processing The proposed approach consist to use longitudinal information of FMCW signal to adjust amplitude. This calibration process was tested on a stepped target and then on the investigated painting, giving a more homogeneous result,…

Terahertz Spectroscopy and Quantum Mechanical Simulations of Crystalline Copper-Containing Historical Pigments

Terahertz spectroscopy is a non-destructive analytical technique used in art conservation and restoration. It can provide compelling data concerning the composition and condition of culturally valuable and historical objects. Terahertz spectral databases of modern and ancient artists’ pigments exist, but lack explanations for the origins of the unique spectral features. This paper present terahertz spectra…

Processing sequence for non-destructive inspection based on 3D terahertz images

In this paper, a processing sequence has been developed to achieve automated analysis and measurements from 3D terahertz acquisitions. This sequence first performs a tomographic reconstruction from a 3D acquisition made by a continuous millimetre wave system. This reconstruction is based on the Ordered Subsets Convex (OSC) algorithm and has been optimized for 3D THz…

Terahertz radiation for tomographic inspection

This paper demonstrate how it is possible to take into account the physical properties of THz waves used in THz CT scan imaging as an improved beam propagation model. This more realistic model is clearly justified by the fact that previous models were simply relying on well-known and commonly applied X-ray reconstruction methods, which assume…

Near-field wire-based passive probe antenna for the selective detection of the longitudinal electric field at terahertz frequencies

Adam, R., Chusseau, L., Grosjean, T., Penarier, A., Guillet, J. P., & Charraut, D. (2009). Near-field wire-based passive probe antenna for the selective detection of the longitudinal electric field at terahertz frequencies. Journal of Applied Physics, 106(7), 073107.

Art Painting Diagnostic Before Restoration with Terahertz and Millimeter Waves

Introduction Terahertz time domain imaging, FMCW and spectroscopy are useful tools for art restorer to inspect paintings and other cultural. Thanks to the different terahertz equipments present on the terahertz platform in Bordeaux, we have set up collaborations with art restorers and researchers working on the analysis of works of art with terahertz. This article presents…

Coupling and propagation of Sommerfeld waves at 100 and 300 GHz

The coupling between a linearly-polarized gaussian beam and a Sommerfeld wave propagating on a circular metallic wire is obtained owing to a differential phase element inserted in front of the metal wire. At millimeter-wavelengths we calculate a theoretical maximum coupling efficiency of 32% for this system in spite of the metal nature and radius in…