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[17p-A202-4] All-photonic THz detection using CW laser injection-locked to microcomb (2)
~Detection of RF beat signal between optical carrier and modulation sideband~
Keywords:terahertz, EO polymer, communication
The use of THz waves as a wireless carrier is being considered for next-generation mobile communications (6G), but existing electrical methods may face technical limitations (upper frequency limit). If carrier conversion from THz waves to near-infrared light can be realized, existing optical communication platforms can be used without modification. In order to realize this "all-optical THz detection," we are investigating the use of a micro-optical comb as an optical carrier and an electro-optical polymer (EOP) modulator as a THz/optical carrier converter.