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    • Terahertz (THz) waves
    • Gas detection

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    • Terahertz (THz) wave absorption spectroscopy offers high sensitivity for trace gas detection due to unique molecular fingerprints.
    • Existing THz spectroscopic methods require further development for practical, portable applications.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a frequency-tunable THz-wave spectroscopic gas detection platform.
    • To demonstrate the system's capability for sensitive trace gas detection and security screening.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized a frequency-tunable injection-seeded THz-wave parametric generator.
    • Employed compact multipass gas absorption cells with path lengths of 1.8 m and 6 m.
    • Spectroscopically analyzed gas-phase methanol (CH3OH) absorption at 1.48 THz.

    Main Results:

    • Achieved detection of gas-phase methanol down to 0.2 ppm using a 1.8-m multipass cell.
    • Developed a transportable walk-through screening prototype with a 6-m multipass cell.
    • Demonstrated the system's effectiveness in identifying trace gas concentrations.

    Conclusions:

    • The proposed THz-wave spectroscopic system is effective for sensitive trace gas detection.
    • The developed platform shows significant potential for security screening applications.
    • Further development could lead to robust, portable gas detection solutions.