T-ray

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006164",
  "term": "T-ray",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A common name for terahertz radiation, a form of electromagnetic wave occupying the spectrum between microwave and infrared light. T-rays can penetrate many non-metallic materials like plastics, ceramics, and clothing, making them suitable for non-destructive inspection and security screening. Unlike X-rays, the low photon energy of terahertz radiation makes it non-ionizing and safe for biological tissues.",
  "synonyms": [
    "T-wave"
  ],
  "subject": "Electrical engineering",
  "translations": {
    "de": "T-Strahlung",
    "es": "rayos T",
    "fr": "rayon T"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/t-ray/"
}