Metallic wave-impedance matching layers for broadband terahertz optical systems

We examine the potential of ultra-thin metallic layers for broadband wave-impedance matching in the terahertz frequency range. The metallic layer is modeled using Fresnel formulae for stratified optical medium. Experimental data for chromium and indium-tin-oxide layers, measured using time-domain terahertz spectroscopy over the frequency range 0.4 - 4.5 THz, are compared with theoretical results.