Components towards a photonics aided THz vector network analyzer

Photomixing Terahertz systems become competitive with electronic systems in terms of dynamic range. This paves the road for photonic vector network analyzers. Key components like telecom-wavelength lasers and compatible THz sources and detectors are discussed.

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