Thermally reconfigurable VO2 grating metasurface for multifunctional infrared emission control

Key Points

• Enhanced infrared emission control observed using a VO2 grating metasurface, indicating its multifunctional capability.
• The study demonstrates that a thermally reconfigurable metasurface can effectively manage infrared emission properties over different temperatures.
• Observational analysis across various thermal states of the VO2 metasurface shows significant adaptability in emission characteristics.
• These findings highlight potential applications in thermal management technology and energy-efficient devices.