Metamaterials Are Expected To Offer Potential Application in Future Military and Civilian Systems

A metamaterial is an artificially structured material that can manipulate a variety of physical phenomena. The properties of metamaterials are determined by the inherent properties of their constituent materials and the geometrical arrangement of these materials. Common examples of metamaterial structure are arrays of nanoparticles or atoms, which are homogenized into a continuous material parameter. These properties make metamaterials ideal for cloaking devices and other specialized applications.

The use of metamaterials for a number of different applications is increasingly being explored. As a result of their wide range of theoretical and practical applications, metamaterials are used to develop novel tunable materials. One example of such a device is an artificial eye. The lens of a prosthetic can double the frequency of light, making it virtually invisible. The goal of this device is to improve the vision of blind patients. However, this technology is not yet commercially available.

Various studies have focused on a wide range of different applications. For example, a novel optical material with a programmable dielectric permittivity. It is possible to create metamaterials that have the desired architecture, geometry, and refractive index. As a result, they are able to control the refractive index of any object. Metamaterials are expected to offer the potential application in future military and civilian antenna systems. Various studies are also receiving funding for R&D in metamaterial application. In November 2021, researchers at Penn State, U.S. were awarded over US$ 6.5 million in funding for three projects to advance antenna systems with metamaterials.

Metamaterials may also be useful in a variety of other applications. For example, a metamaterial that allows for the manipulation of visible light is one of these applications. The material is used in the manufacture of various medical devices and electronic components. A high-quality metamaterial can also be a high-quality product, ensuring its durability and longevity. It is important to note that the material is made from crystalline quartz, so it will be able to withstand heat and other forms of electromagnetic radiation.