<p><b><i>Introduces and reviews the generation, modulation, and applications of THz-radiation and millimeter waves</i></b></p><p>Within the last 15 years or so, there has been an explosion in the number of people working in the field of THz-wave-related technologies. There is often a gap between how engineers and scientists approach such technologies, and this book bridges that gap by providing an essential reference to the wider technology and its applications. </p><p>The book is divided into three major parts. </p><ol><li>The first part is the photonic generation of THz and MMW waves, which includes the homo-dyne photonic THz wave sources, pulse-shaped femtosecond light sources, design and realization of high-speed/power photonic transmitters (photomixer) or photoconductive switch for remote signal-generation. </li><li>The second part covers the modulation and detection of THz (MMW) waves, which includes the bias modulation of photonic transmitter, photonic-crystal and liquid-crystal based THz wave modulator (phase shifter), THz time-domain spectroscopic (TDS) system, and diode-based fast THz power detector. </li><li>The third part includes the applications of these THz photonic techniques, primarily focusing very-high data rate (Gbps) wireless communication.</li></ol><p><i>Photonics for THz and Millimeter Waves in Ultra-Fast Wireless Communication:</i><i></i></p><ul><li>Considers the applications of THz and MMW waves for next generation wireless communication, including airport security checks, bio imagery, radio astronomy, and fundamental science research</li><li>Motivated by the development of communication and sensing applications in the millimeter-wave to THz segment</li><li>Discusses new and emerging applications such as pulse-shaper combined with high-power photodiode for MMW signal generation, plus realization of high-power photonic transmitter with various PD techniques</li><li>Provides an overview of the key technologies for THz and MMW waves, appealing to both students and experts in the technical sectors</li></ul><p>Essential reading for Postgraduate students and researchers in microwave engineering and optoelectronic device physics, as well as Engineers in the radio-over-fiber communication industry working on next generation photonics-based wireless communication.</p>