A quasioptical method is described that allows the determination of the complex dielectric constant almost continuously in the millimeter wave regime without the use of electrical contacts. The technique allows the dielectric properties of bulk samples ͑solids, powders, and liquids͒ and thin films ͑free standing or deposited on a substrate͒ to be measured with excellent absolute accuracy down to 2 K.
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