A Review of Kirigami/Origami Metasurfaces for Controlling Electromagnetic Waves

Abstract

Advanced kirigami/origami techniques have enabled the flexible transformation of planar patterns into exquisite three‐dimensional (3D) structures and provided a new paradigm to control electromagnetic waves with remarkable reconfigurability and functionality. The practical applications of kirigami/origami metasurfaces are prospective due to their diversified wave‐manipulation capabilities, which demonstrate advantages such as compactness, lightweightness, deployability, and scalability. In this article, a comprehensive overview of the most recent advancements in the field of kirigami/origami metasurfaces is provided. This includes the concept of kirigami/origami, the practical implementations of kirigami/origami meta‐structures, and the application aspects of kirigami/origami metasurfaces in the control of electromagnetic waves. In the conclusion, future challenges and promising pathways of this field are also envisioned from the own perspectives.