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The 2026 guided acoustic waves roadmap
Hubert J Krenner1, Paulo V Santos2, Christoph Westerhausen3
1Physikalisches Institut, Universität Münster, Wilhelm-Klemm-Straße 10, Münster 48149, Germany.
Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics
|March 4, 2026
Summary
Guided elastic waves, including surface acoustic wave (SAW) and bulk acoustic wave devices, are crucial technologies. This review updates the 2019 roadmap, examining the field's current status and future challenges.
Area of Science:
- Physics
- Materials Science
- Engineering
Background:
- Surface acoustic wave (SAW) and bulk acoustic wave devices have been key technologies for over 50 years.
- Guided elastic waves are a cross-disciplinary technology with applications ranging from quantum technologies to life sciences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an updated overview of the field of guided elastic waves.
- To identify current challenges and future prospects in guided elastic wave research.
Main Methods:
- Review of recent advancements in guided elastic wave research.
- Analysis of the expanded applications spectrum since the 2019 roadmap.
Main Results:
- The field of guided elastic waves has significantly expanded in scope and application.
- New developments span from quantum technologies to condensed matter physics.
Conclusions:
- Guided elastic waves remain a vital and evolving technology.
- Further research is needed to address emerging challenges and opportunities.
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