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    • Electromagnetics
    • Metamaterials
    • Wave Propagation

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    • Nonreciprocal devices are crucial for signal isolation in communication systems.
    • Existing nonreciprocal devices often rely on magnetic bias, which adds bulk and complexity.
    • High impedance surfaces (HISs) offer unique electromagnetic properties for wave manipulation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop a magnet-free, nonreciprocal surface wave absorber.
    • To utilize spatial-temporal modulation of HISs for achieving nonreciprocity.
    • To explore applications in unidirectional communication systems.

    Main Methods:

    • Investigated a magnet-free nonreciprocal surface wave absorber.
    • Employed spatial-temporal modulation of high impedance surfaces (HISs) via embedded switches.
    • Validated nonreciprocity using electromagnetic-circuit co-simulation.

    Main Results:

    • Demonstrated a magnet-free nonreciprocal surface wave absorber based on modulated HISs.
    • Achieved unidirectional propagation of surface waves, absorbing reverse propagation.
    • Verified the nonreciprocal behavior through EM-circuit co-simulation.

    Conclusions:

    • Spatial-temporal modulation of HISs provides an effective method for achieving magnet-free nonreciprocity.
    • The developed absorber can enable unidirectional signal transmission while suppressing reflections.
    • Potential applications exist in advanced communication systems requiring directional signal control.