RESEARCH

The research group focuses on microwave, millimeter wave and terahertz science, technology and applications.  These efforts can be broken down into three broad categories: spectroscopy, radar and imaging.

Spectroscopy

High-resolution millimeter, submillimeter-wave and terahertz spectroscopy of fundamental molecules of atmospheric and interstellar interest.

• nitric acid, HONO2, HO15NO2, DONO2
• chlorine nitrate, ClONO2
• peroxynitric acid, HOONO2
• hydrogen peroxide, H2O2
• glycolaldehyde (CH2OHCHO)

Radar

Millimeter-wave and terahertz radar systems for the remote dectection of vital signs (think Star Trek Triquarter).  These systems can be used for medical purposes, such as triage, and for security perposes to detect susptious behavior.  Additional applications include a non-invasive vibrometry monitor for a variety of applications.

Imaging

Millimeter-wave and terahertz imaging systems for concealed weapon detection and non-destructive evaluation.  Current projects focus on the detection of corrsion and other defects found on air craft structures.

Examples of Active and Imaging for concealed weapons detection: opitical (left) and 0.640 THz (right) images.

Collaborations with:

Terahertz Collaborative Research Center

The Microwave Laboratory at The Ohio State University 

The Microwave and Submillimeter-wave Lab at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory

Research Opportunities:
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