Tunable multiband metamaterial absorber with polarization sensitivity via multi-tier strip modifications for millimeter-Wave applications

Seda Ermiş · Springer Science and Business Media LLC · 2026

This research presents a tunable metamaterial absorber with high absorptivity and polarization sensitivity for millimeter-wave applications.

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Plain English summary

The paper introduces a metamaterial absorber that can be reconfigured to operate at multiple frequency bands in the millimeter-wave range. It achieves this without active components, using a simple design that allows for fine-tuning of its properties.

Why this matters

This research addresses the need for efficient and versatile electromagnetic devices in advanced wireless systems. The ability to control absorption characteristics passively can lead to improvements in communication technologies and other electronic applications.

Key findings

  • Achieves multi-band operation in the 20–40 GHz range.
  • Four-band design shows absorptivity exceeding 96%.
  • Five- and six-band configurations maintain absorptivity above 95% and 97%, respectively.
  • Utilizes a simple, fabrication-friendly geometry.
  • Demonstrates controlled generation of additional resonances.

What's new

The design evolves from a polarization-insensitive to polarization-sensitive configuration through geometric modifications, enhancing functionality without added complexity.

Limitations

The abstract does not provide experimental validation or real-world testing results.

Commercial context

The technology is still in the simulation phase and has not been demonstrated in practical applications.

Publication

Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Publication date
March 17, 2026
Research type
Paper
License
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0

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