Robust terahertz on-chip topological pathway with single-mode and linear dispersion.

Abstract

Terahertz on-chip pathway is crucial for next-generation wireless communication, terahertz integrated circuits, and high-speed chip interconnections, yet its development is impeded by issues like channel crosstalk and disordered scattering. In this study, we propose and experimentally demonstrate a terahertz on-chip topological pathway that exhibits exceptional transmission robustness, unaffected by structural curvature. The pathway is constructed using a subwavelength structure that combines the benefits of topological properties, such as broadband single-mode transmission and linear dispersion, with the field localization effects of periodic metal structures. By integrating topological protection into radio frequency circuits through metal microstructures, the device maintains efficient terahertz wave transmission even in the presence of scattering or structural defects while minimizing signal interference. These findings hold significant potential for applications in radio frequency device transmission and chip interconnection, particularly within the terahertz frequency range.