Acoustic and fluid-dynamical metamaterials
This research theme encompasses:
- Aero- and hydro-acoustic metasurfaces for manipulating the propagation of sound
- 3D metamaterials and phononic crystals
- Fluid-structure interactions for influencing the flow of fluids
- Coupling between acoustics and fluid-flow
- Microfluidic metamaterials for lab-on-a-chip technologies
Explore our college research theme page to learn more about our expertise in acoustic and fluid-dynamical metamaterials.
Current projects and academic expertise
Past projects
Student | Research Project | Supervisors
(University of Exeter) |
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Benjamin Ash | Microphononic crystals | |
Thomas Graham | Minimising acoustic reflections using structured surfaces | |
Samuel Shelley | Metamaterial concepts for the control of hydrodynamic flow |
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Research case study: Microphonic Crystals

"Our research area is the use of phononic crystals for surface acoustic waves at MHz frequencies. Surface acoustic waves are elastic waves that travel along the surface of a material and are widely used in electronic components for signal processing, sensing and increasingly for lab-on-a-chip applications. Phononic crystals can control the propagation of acoustic waves, enabling improved performance of existing device concepts as well as providing a route to more advanced applications."
Benjamin Ash, Cohort 2014