split-ring resonator

noun

A metamaterial component composed of pair of concentric annular rings with splits in them at opposite ends. The rings are made of a nonmagnetic metal, such as copper, and have a small gap between them.

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nounsplit-ring resonator (plural split-ring resonators)

plural split-ring resonators

  1. natural sciencesA metamaterial component composed of pair of concentric annular rings with splits in them at opposite ends. The rings are made of a nonmagnetic metal, such as copper, and have a small gap between them.
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