Compact 1.9 THz Multi-Pixel Local Oscillator Chain

Abstract

Single-pixel heterodyne receivers are severely limited in their capability to map large areas on the sky. We report on the development of THz multi-pixel local oscillator sources that ought to enable THz array receivers of the future. We demonstrate a prototype 16-pixel chain at 1.9 THz. Output power in excess of >10 microwatts has been demonstrated per pixel from this compact chain.