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Monte Carlo Modeling of Terahertz Quantum Cascade Detectors

  • Technical University of Munich
  • ETH Zurich

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Abstract

We demonstrate an Ensemble Monte Carlo (EMC) modeling approach for robust and rigorous simulations of photovoltaic quantum cascade detectors (QCDs) in the mid-infrared (mid-IR) and terahertz (THz) range. The existing EMC simulation tool for quantum cascade lasers (QCLs) was extended to simulate the photovoltaic transport effects in QCDs at thermal equilibrium under zero bias. Here, we present the results of the EMC study of a THz detector design with a detection wavelength of 84. The simulation results show good agreement with experimental data. For a temperature of 10 K we obtain a peak responsivity of 9.4 mA/W.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2020 33rd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science, URSI GASS 2020
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9789463968003
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 2020
Event33rd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science, URSI GASS 2020 - Rome, Italy
Duration: 29 Aug 20205 Sep 2020

Publication series

Name2020 33rd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science, URSI GASS 2020

Conference

Conference33rd General Assembly and Scientific Symposium of the International Union of Radio Science, URSI GASS 2020
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityRome
Period29/08/205/09/20

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  1. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
    SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy

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