Electromagnetic and beam dynamics studies for high gradient accelerators at terahertz frequencies
THz radiation is one of the most appealing portion of the electromagnetic spectrum in terms of multi-disciplinary use in basic science and technology. Beyond the numerous applications, a great interest is its potential for future, compact linear accelerators. Conventional radio-frequency accelerating structures operating at the S and C band can reach gradients up to 30 - 50MV/m, respectively; higher accelerating gradients, of the order of 100MV/m, have been obtained with X-band cavities.