Invention:
This invention is a thermoelectric photon detector technique that achieves high density of photon detectors. This technique also allows for the construction of a large array or high resolution thermoelectric broad-band (UV-IR) single photon detectors.
Background:
With many studies and reports published regarding photon detectors, the majority of these sources focus on a single nanostructure or arrays with poor resolution/spacing. Although single nanostructures are often used for photon detectors, this invention allows for the creation of a large array of photon detectors through the use of distributed nano pilars, electrode pads, optimizing spacing between adjacent nanostructures.
Applications:
- Military radiation detection
- Mapping
- Sonar intelligence
Advantages:
- Optimizes spacing to achieve the highest spatial resolution
- Eliminates heat leakage to substrate
