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Coherent Off-Axis Terahertz Tomography with a Multi-Channel Array and f-theta Optics
Karl Henrik May1,2, Shiva Mohammadzadeh1, Andreas Keil1,3
1Fraunhofer Insititute for Industrial Mathematics ITWM, 67663 Kaiserslautern, Germany.
Multi-channel terahertz tomography systems accelerate defect detection in dielectric materials. An eight-channel frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) setup with an f-θ lens significantly boosts acquisition speed for industrial applications.
Area of Science:
- Non-destructive testing
- Terahertz imaging
- Dielectric material analysis
Background:
- Terahertz tomography enhances non-destructive inspection of dielectric samples.
- Recent advancements improved image quality using prior information and off-axis data.
- Increased measurement time limits industrial applicability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and evaluate multi-channel terahertz tomography systems for faster data acquisition.
- To compare imaging performance against single-pixel setups.
- To enable industrial applications of terahertz tomography.
Main Methods:
- Development of two tomographic frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) systems (230-320 GHz) with eight-channel detector arrays.
- Comparison of a system using channels for refracted radiation with one employing an f-θ lens for direct array utilization.
- Evaluation against a single-pixel setup.
Main Results:
- Both multi-channel systems were compared to a single-pixel setup.
- The system with an f-θ lens and scanning mirror achieved a four to five-fold increase in acquisition speed.
- This configuration eliminates the need for slow transmitter translation.
Conclusions:
- Multi-channel detector arrays significantly accelerate terahertz tomography.
- The f-θ lens integrated system offers a substantial speed increase for industrial inspection.
- Optimized FMCW systems pave the way for efficient, high-speed non-destructive testing.
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