Modeling the quantum world is far from easy. The physical peculiarities of quantum mechanics are far removed from the world ...

What happens when a quantum physicist is frustrated by the limitations of quantum mechanics when trying to study densely ...

Acoustic metamaterials could be used in many applications. Large versions could be used to direct or focus sound to a particular location and form an audio hotspot. Much smaller versions could be used ...

Metamaterials that mimic the order in matters have opened an exciting gateway to reach unprecedented physical properties and functionality unattainable from naturally existing materials. The "atoms" ...

Metamaterials that mimic the order in matters have opened an exciting gateway to reach unprecedented physical properties and functionality unattainable from naturally existing materials. The "atoms" ...

(c) Theoretical (lines) and measured (circles) acoustic resistance and reactance of the non-local metamaterial absorber. (d) Theoretical (lines) and measured (circles) absorption spectra of the ...

3D phononic crystals find applications in acoustic cloaking, vibration isolation, and thermal insulation. Phononic crystals are closely related to the concept of metamaterials, which are artificial ...

Engineering an acoustic metamaterial The acoustic metamaterial built at EPFL consists of a line of "acoustic atoms," essentially 16 small cubes connected to one another with openings to allow for ...