Subwavelength localization in disordered systems

We elucidate the different mechanisms of wave localization in disordered finite systems of subwavelength resonators, where the disorder is in the spatial arrangement of the resonators. To do so, we employ the capacitance matrix formalism and develop a variety of tools to understand localization in this setting. Namely, we adapt the Thouless criterion of localization to quantify the various mechanisms of localization. We also employ a propagation matrix approach to prove a Saxon–Hutner type theorem ensuring the existence of band gaps for disordered systems and to predict the corresponding Lyapunov exponents. We further investigate the stabilities of bandgaps and localized eigenmodes with respect to fluctuations in the system by introducing a method of defect mode prediction based on the discrete Green function and illuminating the phenomena of Anderson localization and level repulsion under global disorder.

• Publication year

  2025

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  Proceedings of the Royal Society A

• Publication date

  2025-08-01

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  DOI 10.1098/rspa.2025.0407
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