Oscillations up to 1.40 THz from Resonant-Tunneling-Diode-Based Oscillators with Integrated Patch Antennas

Oscillations from 1.02 to 1.40 THz were observed at room temperature from resonant-tunneling-diode (RTD)-based oscillators with integrated patch antennas by improving the mesa structure and tuning the length of the antenna and the feed point location of the RTD. A two-step post structure realized a reduction of series resistance of the RTD, and the oscillation frequency significantly increased with the feed point closer to the center of patch antenna at around 1 THz. Experimental results agreed well with the analysis.

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