Where to Buy Meta Materials for Scientific Research?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the availability of metamaterials for scientific research, with a focus on where to purchase them online. Participants explore the current state of metamaterials, their applications, and specific requirements for the materials sought.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses difficulty in finding sources to purchase metamaterials, noting a previous search yielded results that are no longer available.
  • Another participant suggests that metamaterials may still be in the testing phase rather than widely available for purchase.
  • A question is raised regarding the specific wavelength of metamaterials, with a suggestion that they are easier to produce for microwaves and exist as lab prototypes for visible light.
  • Further clarification on wavelength ranges is provided, indicating a variety from 10K to 2M sine waves.
  • A participant expresses disappointment about the perceived slow progress in the development of metamaterials.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the availability of metamaterials, with some believing they are not yet purchasable while others discuss their production capabilities for specific wavelengths.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations regarding the definitions of metamaterials and their applications, as well as the specific requirements for the materials being sought, which remain unresolved.

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Hello,
Around 18 months ago I did a search on buying mete materials & came up with numerous results. This time I searched & found nothing. So I am posting this to find out where (on the internet) I could purchase meta materials.

I am searching for a meta material 3 to 4 inches in diameter with 1/2 inch to 1 inch thickness. Possibly a copper or metal alloy. I do not want to use this for cloaking, but for other purposes - too long of an explanation for now.

Any help would be appreciated.

JoeL
 
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I don't think you can buy meta materials yet. Based on what I have found, their most likely in the testing phase instead of developing phase. And no explanation is too long.
 
Metamaterials for which wavelength? They are easy to produce for microwaves, they are lab prototypes for visible light of narrow frequency ranges.
 
mfb said:
Metamaterials for which wavelength? They are easy to produce for microwaves, they are lab prototypes for visible light of narrow frequency ranges.
Generally a 10K sine wave. But the range could be from 10 to a 2M sine wave.
 
It seems we are not as far along with meta materials a I thought we were, which is a disappointment. Any way check out my new posting about Tesla power transmission.

Joe L.
 

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