Chip Development for Terahertz Sensing

Innovative Chips and Systems – From Idea to Series

We support industry and research in the development of tailored chips and systems for terahertz sensing. From concept and simulation to chip design, prototyping, testing, and integration, you get everything from a single source. Our experts combine years of experience in RF and photonics design with state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities – delivering compact, scalable, and energy-efficient sensor solutions.

Fraunhofer FHR SiGe Chip für Terhaertzsensorik in der Senke einer Platine mit Bonddrähten. Fraunhofer FHR SiGe chip for terahertz sensing mounted in a PCB socket with bond wires.

SiGe chip in the sink of a PCB with bond wires. © Fraunhofer FHR

Your key benefits at a glance

Our service areas at a glance

Chip Design & Integrated Circuits

Fraunhofer FHR SiGe Chip für Terahertzsensorik in der Senke einer Platine in Schrägansicht. Fraunhofer FHR SiGe chip for terahertz sensing mounted in a PCB socket side view.

We develop tailored integrated circuits (ICs) and MMICs for the highest frequencies. Efficient, miniaturized, and industrial-grade. 

Radar & Wireless Systems

Kompaktes Radarsystem für Terahertzsensorik mit Harmonischen Tags neben einer Münze zum Größenvergleich. Compact radar system for terahertz sensing with harmonic tags placed next to a coin for size reference.

Whether FMCW, MIMO, or RFID – We explore solutions for precise 3D imaging, contactless monitoring, and industrial communications.

Modular Terahertz Systems

240 GHz Transceiver: Layout-Darstellung eines integrierten Schaltkreises für Terahertzsensorik mit markierten Komponenten, Beschriftungen wie „FRAUNHOFER FHR“ und sichtbaren Signalwegen sowie Kontaktpads am Rand. 240 GHz transceiver: Layout view of an integrated circuit for terahertz sensing with marked components, labels such as “FRAUNHOFER FHR,” and visible signal paths as well as contact pads along the edges.

Our industry grade, modular FMCW transceiver systems in various frequency bands are an ideal foundation for further development, as well as for prototyping and pre-series development.

Photonics Development Platform

Halterungen mit sehr feinen Nadeln zur Charakterisierung photonisch integrierter Schaltkreise (PIC) für Anwendungen der Terahertzsensorik befinden sich über einem photonischen Element. Probes with very fine needles for characterizing photonic integrated circuits (PIC) for terahertz sensing applications positioned above a photonic element.

Integration of photonics and electronics for maximum performance – from PICs to CMOS-compatible technologies.

Wafer Processing & Manufacturing

Eine Person in Reinraumkleidung hält eine teils goldene, teils transparent schimmernde Wafer-Scheibe zur Entwicklung von Terahertzsensorik. A person in cleanroom attire holds a wafer disc, partly golden and partly transparently shimmering, for terahertz sensing development.

CMOS, optical, and Post-CMOS processes, MEMS, and more – industry-relevant processes for prototypes and pre-series and small runs.

Measuring & Characterizing

Entwicklung und Charakterisierung von Terahertzsensorik: Wafermessung unter dem Mikroskop mit elektrischen Präzisionssonden im Reinraum. Development and characterization of terahertz sensing: Wafer measurement under a microscope with precision electrical probes in a cleanroom.

Comprehensive RF and photonics measurements for quality assurance, optimization, and verification in research and development.

The Next Step in Your Project

Whether prototype, pre-series development, or a specialized technology inquiry – we support your R&D initiatives individually and accompany your project from the very start. Contact us for your chip development for terahertz sensing.

We look forward to your request