Tunable Broadband Terahertz Metamaterial Absorber Based on Graphene
Tongzhe Zhang, Jun Zhu, Zao Yi, Shubo Cheng, Boxun Li · Wiley · 2026
A novel tunable broadband terahertz metamaterial absorber using graphene achieves over 90% absorptance across a wide frequency range.
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Why this matters
Key findings
- Achieves over 90% absorptance in the 2.89–6.43 THz frequency range.
- Perfect absorption at 4.25 THz.
- Strong electric field coupling effect enhances broadband response.
- Design allows for parameter adjustments based on application needs.
- Exhibits tolerance to incident angle of electromagnetic waves.
What's new
Introduces a proportional structure for a tunable broadband absorber that leverages graphene, achieving high absorptance and design flexibility.
Limitations
The abstract does not provide details on practical implementation or real-world testing of the absorber.
Commercial context
The research is still in the conceptual stage and has not been demonstrated in practical applications.
Publication
- Publisher
- Wiley
- Publication date
- March 1, 2026
- Research type
- Paper
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