Terahertz technology exploits the so-called frequency gap between the infrared and microwaves, typically referred to as the frequency band from 100 GHz to 30 Terahertz. The use of techniques based on the Terahertz radiation has long been studied in fields such as astronomy and solid state physics. Being a non harmful radiation for human beings, the Terahertz radiation is very interesting for applications since it can be used without worrying for the safety of users and operators. Recent innovations in Terahertz technologies are bringing a wide variety of applications, from non-destructive evaluation, to homeland security, from quality control of food and agricultural products to the biomedical sector. We report about an implementation of a sub-Terahertz investigation setup based on commercial solutions. The system is currently being used for non-invasive detection of metals inside parcels and boxes in security applications and in vivo studies of water leaf contents in smart agriculture.

Real-Time non-invasive detection of hidden objects in parcels and packages with sub-THz systems

Paoletti R.;Paolucci F.;
2019

Abstract

Terahertz technology exploits the so-called frequency gap between the infrared and microwaves, typically referred to as the frequency band from 100 GHz to 30 Terahertz. The use of techniques based on the Terahertz radiation has long been studied in fields such as astronomy and solid state physics. Being a non harmful radiation for human beings, the Terahertz radiation is very interesting for applications since it can be used without worrying for the safety of users and operators. Recent innovations in Terahertz technologies are bringing a wide variety of applications, from non-destructive evaluation, to homeland security, from quality control of food and agricultural products to the biomedical sector. We report about an implementation of a sub-Terahertz investigation setup based on commercial solutions. The system is currently being used for non-invasive detection of metals inside parcels and boxes in security applications and in vivo studies of water leaf contents in smart agriculture.
2019
Settore FIS/03 - Fisica della Materia
Millimetre Wave and Terahertz Sensors and Technology XII 2019; Strasbourg; France; 9 September 2019 through 10 September 2019
9-10 September 2019
Proceedings Volume 11164, Millimetre Wave and Terahertz Sensors and Technology XII
SPIE
9781510630314
9781510630321
Border security; Package screening; Terahertz; THz imaging; THz safety
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