Mechanics01
Separating mass from stiffness in resonant lattice design
Penetrating struts give designers another way to tune the boundaries of an elastic bandgap.
Model + simulation + experimentRead brief
RESEARCH, IN CONTEXT
Metamaterials, across physics.
What engineered structures do.
What the evidence supports.
MECHANICS / EDITOR’S SELECTION
Separating mass from stiffness in resonant lattice design
Penetrating struts give designers another way to tune the boundaries of an elastic bandgap.
MODEL + SIMULATION + EXPERIMENT
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THE RESEARCH DESK
Across the field
Seven source-linked briefs · Selected papers from 2025–2026
Acoustics02
Density grading brings acoustic black holes to lower frequencies
A graded composite changes how flexural waves slow down and concentrate energy.
Model + experimentRead brief
Photonics03
A lithium niobate metasurface combines resonance with fast electrical control
Narrow optical resonances support electrical modulation of linear and nonlinear responses.
Experimental demonstrationRead brief
Thermal04
Inverse design broadens the search for thermal meta-emitters
Machine learning explores material combinations and three-dimensional geometry for spectral control.
Design-method studyRead brief
Electromagnetics05
A flexible microwave surface adapts its programming as it bends
Shape sensing and adaptive control compensate for changes in metasurface geometry.
Experimental demonstrationRead brief
Quantum06
A van der Waals metasurface enhances photon-pair generation
Resonant nanostructures increase pair production relative to an unstructured film.
Experimental demonstrationRead brief
Fluid dynamics07
Where architected solids meet fluid flow
A research review connects flow control, structural waves and acoustic response.
Research reviewRead brief