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Materials Science

Background:

Antenna-coupled diodes are typically optimized for mid-infrared detection.
Nickel-nickel oxide-nickel (Ni-NiO-Ni) thin-film diodes with integrated dipole antennas were fabricated.
Understanding device response across different electromagnetic spectrum regions is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the response of antenna-coupled Ni-NiO-Ni diodes to visible laser radiation.
To determine if visible light elicits antenna behavior in these devices.
To analyze the polarization dependence of the diode's response.

Main Methods:

Experimental investigation of Ni-NiO-Ni diodes using a 633-nm helium-neon laser.
Measurement of diode response under varying polarization conditions relative to the dipole antenna axis.
Analysis of signal strength and polarization dependence.

Main Results:

A clear polarization dependence was observed for the response to visible radiation.
The strongest signals were detected when the radiation polarization was parallel to the dipole antenna axis.
The diode's connection structure also exhibited resonance, contributing to the signal.

Conclusions:

Ni-NiO-Ni diodes with integrated dipole antennas demonstrate antenna operation in the visible spectrum.
Visible light detection is influenced by both antenna effects and expected thermal/photoelectric effects.
The findings suggest potential for these devices in visible light applications.