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We observed circular and linear photogalvanic effects in silicon electron channels using terahertz radiation. The circular effect arises from quantum interference, demonstrating its orbital nature in these silicon-based structures.

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Area of Science:

  • Solid State Physics
  • Terahertz Spectroscopy
  • Semiconductor Physics

Background:

  • Photogalvanic effects are crucial for understanding light-matter interactions in semiconductors.
  • Free-carrier absorption of terahertz radiation in silicon presents unique opportunities for optoelectronic applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate circular and linear photogalvanic effects in silicon electron channels.
  • To explore the influence of radiation polarization, wavelength, gate voltage, and temperature on photocurrent.
  • To develop a theoretical framework explaining the observed photogalvanic phenomena.

Main Methods:

  • Experimental measurements of photocurrent in silicon surfaces under terahertz radiation.
  • Systematic variation of radiation polarization, wavelength, gate voltage, and temperature.
  • Development of microscopic and phenomenological theories for photogalvanic effects.

Main Results:

  • Observed and characterized circular and linear photogalvanic effects in (001)-oriented and miscut silicon surfaces.
  • Demonstrated the dependence of photocurrent on various experimental parameters.
  • Established that the circular photogalvanic effect is of pure orbital nature due to quantum interference.

Conclusions:

  • The developed theory accurately describes the experimental findings of photogalvanic effects in silicon.
  • The circular photogalvanic effect in silicon structures is confirmed to be orbital, arising from quantum interference.
  • This study provides fundamental insights into terahertz-driven photocurrents in silicon.