THz Characterization of Dielectric Objects in the Scope of Fire Detection (M05)

• Subject Area: Electronic Semiconductors, Components and Circuits, Integrated Systems, Sensor Technology, Theoretical Electrical Engineering
• Term: since 2017
• Project identifier: Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - Project number 287022738

In M05 THz based methods for object imaging and object material characterization, as well as for passive thermal imaging will be investigated. The research is driven by the vision of providing solutions for very topical questions in the field of fire detection and fire safety. Thus, the investigations focus on the detection and imaging of buried or hidden "hot spots" and on the characterization of pyrolyzed wooden beams after a fire, especially concerning their internal structure.

• DFG Programme: CRC/Transregios
• Subproject of: TRR 196: Mobile Material Characterization and Localization by Electromagnetic Sensing
• Applicant Institution: Universität Duisburg-Essen
• Project Heads: Dr.-Ing. Thorsten Schultze, until 12/2024; Professor Dr.-Ing. Ingolf Willms, until 12/2020