RESEARCH SCIENTIST III • UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA

Samarjith Biswas

Pioneering topological acoustics and quantum-inspired technologies at the NSF-funded New Frontiers of Sound Center. Transforming how we harness sound for computing, telecommunications, and environmental sensing.

PhD Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering • US Patent Holder • NASA Collaborator

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ABOUT ME

PhD

MECHANICAL & AEROSPACE

US Patent

THERMOACOUSTIC STRUCTURES

NewFoS

$30M NSF RESEARCH CENTER

NASA

LANGLEY COLLABORATION

CURRENT RESEARCH

New Frontiers of Sound

Leading breakthrough research at the $30M NSF-funded NewFoS Science & Technology Center, developing next-generation acoustic technologies that bridge classical sound waves and quantum mechanics.

Dynamic Topological Acoustics

Pioneering research on GST (Ge₂Sb₂Te₅) phase-change materials that enable frequency-selective wave routing without geometric reconfiguration. My work demonstrates anti-resonance driven directional wave propagation, where specific frequencies create unidirectional transport while others enable bidirectional propagation—a breakthrough for reconfigurable acoustic circuits.

Quantum Analogies for QIS

Developing robust acoustic qubits using topologically protected edge states. These systems offer massive information storage potential and operate at room temperature—eliminating the need for expensive cryogenic cooling required by traditional quantum systems.

Phononic Crystals • Edge States • Room-Temperature QC

Topological RF Devices

Creating one-way acoustic waveguides and transistors for next-generation 5G/6G telecommunications. Using phase-change materials (PCM) to achieve ~200 MHz operational frequencies with 75% reduction in design iteration time through AI optimization.

5G/6G • RF Filters • Acoustic Transistors

Environmental Sensing

Applying topological acoustic principles to climate change monitoring and infrastructure health assessment. Developing sensors that can detect early warning signs in bridges, buildings, and natural environments with unprecedented sensitivity.

Climate Monitoring • Infrastructure • NDE

CROSS-INSTITUTIONAL COLLABORATION

Working alongside elite research teams at Caltech, UCLA, Georgia Tech, UC Boulder, CUNY, Wayne State, Spelman College, and University of Alaska-Fairbanks on breakthrough acoustic innovations.

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FOUNDATIONAL WORK

Thermoacoustic Meta-Structures

My PhD research represents a relentless pursuit of excellence in acoustic and thermoacoustic metamaterials—advancing sustainable and efficient energy solutions through innovative engineering.

Test Rig for Thermoacoustic Metamaterial

Innovative Acoustic Designs for Enhanced Resonance Control

Explore the frontier of acoustic technology with our advanced resonators. From the precision-focused Pie Slice Resonator, through the elegantly efficient Spiral Resonator, to the intricately assembled Spiral Stack—each design embodies a breakthrough in controlling sound waves.

Pie Slice Resonator

Precision-focused acoustic control

Spiral Resonator

Elegantly efficient wave manipulation

Spiral Stack

Intricate assembly for max efficiency

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Harnessing Sound, Powering Innovation

Discover the rhythm of innovation with Quiet Power’s Thermoacoustic Meta-Structure. Our technology redefines the boundaries between sound and silence, energy waste and efficiency. We turn the unwanted hum of urban sprawl into a symphony of energy.

Thermoacoustic Metastructure

TAMS: A Vision of Innovation — Witness how TAMS revolutionizes urban landscapes, enhances aviation by converting noise into energy, and extends to space, exploiting extreme temperature gradients for sustainable solutions.

Experience the elegant interplay of sound and energy as sound waves transform into vibrant colors, symbolizing their conversion into thermal gradients. Heat exchangers capture temperature differences, and thermopiles turn heat into electricity—transforming ambient noise into renewable power.

Flow simulation of the spiral resonator model

About Me

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Oklahoma State University | Stillwater, Oklahoma 2024

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Northern Arizona University | Flagstaff, Arizona 2019

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology | Bangladesh 2016

Skills

Areas of Expertise: Engineering Acoustics, Failure analysis, Metallurgy, Manufacturing processes, Automatic control, Stress analysis, Statics and dynamics, Shock and vibration, Energy harvesting, Design of Experiments

Equipment Knowledge: Anechoic Test Chamber, NI-DAQ, CNCs, Mills, Lathes

Software Skills: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS, LabVIEW, DeltaEC, FEA, CFD, CAM, MATLAB, Python, C, C++

Soft Skills: Project management, Teamwork, Cross-functional collaboration

Experience

CURRENT POSITION

Research Scientist III

University of Arizona, NewFoS Center | September 2024 – Present

Focused on cutting-edge research in experimental and computational acoustics, with expertise in topological acoustics, quantum analogies, RF devices, and non-destructive evaluation modalities. Designed and implemented acoustic metamaterials and phase-change systems for applications in quantum computing and energy harvesting.

Engineer (R&D)

B-Trac Engineering Ltd | Dhaka, Bangladesh | April 2017 – August 2017

Led key projects including the design of a mobile watch tower, supervised and mentored a team of technicians. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline R&D processes, resulting in 15% improvement in project efficiency.

Certifications

Six Sigma Green Belt

Coursera – Kennesaw State University | June 2023

Completed four advanced courses in Six Sigma methodology. Developed proficiency in proven principles and tools specific to Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.

Engineering Project Management

Coursera – Rice University | June 2023

Acquired skills in planning, scheduling, Earned Value Management (EVM), project management, and procurement.

Membership

Acoustical Society of America (ASA)

August 2021 – Present

Engaged with professionals in mechanical engineering, participated in various ASA events, and contributed to the advancement of mechanical engineering through research.

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