In this project, you will work on designing and building a specialised lens that guides terahertz waves—very high-frequency waves used in advanced imaging, sensing, and communications (6G). These waves can be hard to control, so the lens you create will help focus and direct them more effectively.
Your work will involve two main parts:
- Computer Simulations: You will use tools such as MATLAB and CST Microwave Studio to trace how rays travel through your lens design and to test how well different shapes and materials might perform.
- Hands-On Lab Work: After designing the lens, you will 3D-print a prototype and then test it in the Terahertz Laboratory to see how it performs in real life.
What You Will Learn
- How to model and simulate optical components using MATLAB and CST Microwave Studio
- How to 3D-print a physical prototype of your lens
- How to perform experimental testing in a specialised terahertz laboratory
School
Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications
Research Area
Terahertz communication
Suitable for recognition of Work Integrated Learning (industrial training)?
No
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Supervision and Social Environment
You will work closely with Dr Dominik Vogt, who will support you throughout the entire project, from learning the basics to completing your prototype and experiments.
You will also be part of the Terahertz Innovation Group, a vibrant and friendly research team with deep expertise in designing optical elements and terahertz devices. The group regularly collaborates, discusses ideas, and shares practical know-how, creating a supportive environment for learning new skills. You will be able to ask questions freely, get help from team members, and experience the collaborative nature of real research.
- The goal of the project is to design, build, and evaluate a lens that works together with a terahertz antenna, improving its ability to send and receive terahertz signals.
