Optoelectronic Properties of Vanadium Dioxide Thin Films in the Terahertz Regime
摘要
This study investigates the optoelectronic properties of VO2 thin films in the terahertz (THz) range at different temperatures, with emphasis on the relationship between temperature, conductivity, and transmittance. A 40 nm VO2 film was deposited on a sapphire substrate, and its transmittance and conductivity in the terahertz range were systematically measured using terahertz time-domain spectroscopy (THz-TDS) between 295 and 355 K (22–82 ℃). Results show a significant decrease in transmittance near the phase transition temperature (~ 340 K), corresponding to a transition from the insulating to the metallic state. This is accompanied by a marked increase in conductivity, confirming the link between the phase transition and changes in optical and electrical properties. These findings offer important reference data for designing VO2-based terahertz devices such as modulators and sensors, while enhancing the understanding of the VO2 phase transition mechanism and supporting the development of high-performance terahertz functional devices.