EPJ Applied Metamaterials
Scope & Guideline
Exploring the Boundaries of Metamaterials Innovation
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Metamaterial Design and Fabrication:
The journal covers advanced methodologies for the design and fabrication of metamaterials, including novel structures and innovative materials that enhance electromagnetic properties. - Electromagnetic Applications:
Research published often explores the applications of metamaterials in controlling electromagnetic waves, including cloaking, absorption, and wave manipulation. - Biomedical Applications:
There is a growing emphasis on the integration of metamaterials in biomedical fields, focusing on applications such as imaging, sensing, and therapeutic devices. - Computational Models and Simulations:
The journal highlights the use of computational methods to analyze and optimize metamaterial designs, providing insights into their behavior and potential applications. - Theoretical Frameworks:
Theoretical contributions that enhance understanding of physical phenomena associated with metamaterials, such as nonlocal responses and exceptional points, are also a core focus.
Trending and Emerging
- Tunable and Dynamic Metamaterials:
Recent publications indicate a strong trend towards the development of tunable and dynamically reconfigurable metamaterials, which can adapt their properties in response to environmental changes. - Integration with Emerging Technologies:
There is an increasing focus on integrating metamaterials with cutting-edge technologies, such as 5G communications and terahertz applications, showcasing their relevance in modern technological advancements. - Machine Learning Applications:
The application of machine learning techniques for the design and optimization of metamaterials is gaining traction, indicating a shift towards data-driven approaches in material science. - Metamaterials for Energy Applications:
Research exploring the use of metamaterials in energy harvesting and storage systems is on the rise, highlighting their potential in sustainable technology. - Multifunctional Metamaterials:
The trend towards multifunctional metamaterials that can perform multiple tasks simultaneously, such as sensing and communication, is becoming increasingly prominent.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Electromagnetic Shielding:
Research related to conventional electromagnetic shielding methods using standard materials appears to be declining, possibly due to the emergence of more advanced metamaterial solutions. - Basic Metamaterial Properties:
Papers focusing solely on the fundamental properties of metamaterials without practical applications are becoming less frequent as the field shifts towards applied research. - Static Metamaterial Designs:
There is a noticeable decrease in studies pertaining to static or passive metamaterial designs, likely due to the growing interest in dynamic and tunable metamaterials.
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