Capture of a terahertz wave in a photonic-crystal slab

Trapping of a terahertz wave in a photonic-crystal slab and subsequent ‘capture’ through absorption are demonstrated. Over 90% of the wave lying within 17% of the centre frequency is absorbed. Application to the stabilization of terahertz wireless communication systems is shown.

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