研究目的
To study the effect of an optimum matching layer (ML) on a planar bowtie terahertz antenna combined with an extended hemispherical high dielectric lens to improve radiation efficiency and gain for THz imaging applications.
研究成果
The proposed cascaded-optimum matching layer design significantly improves the performance of gain and radiation efficiency of the lens antenna at terahertz frequency without changing the return loss and bandwidth performance. The design is suitable for THz imaging applications due to its high gain and radiation efficiency.
研究不足
The complexity of the design is a main concern due to the high number of stacked MLs used to achieve maximum radiation efficiency. The study is based on simulation results due to difficulties in fabrication and limited THz measurement tools.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study involves designing a bow-tie planar antenna combined with a Silicon dielectric substrate and extended hemispherical lens for 1 THz resonant frequency. The ML technique is applied to minimize internal reflections and improve radiation efficiency.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
High resistivity Silicon is used for both antenna substrate and hemisphere lens.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
The proposed antenna is designed and simulated with CST Microwave Studio software.
4:Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
The ML is based on the cascaded technique combined with the optimum layer thickness technique. Different thickness for perpendicular and parallel thickness for the optimum design is considered.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
Simulation results are analyzed to compare the performance of the initial lens antenna and the proposed ML design in terms of radiation efficiency, gain, and beamwidth.
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