A controllable anti-P-pseudo-Hermitian mechanical system and its application

Abstract

A novel anti-P-pseudo-Hermitian mechanical system that integrates piezoelectric actuators and sensors with non-reciprocal coupling into mechanical beams is proposed. This configuration enables the system to exhibit programmable exceptional points (EPs), which are critical for enhancing sensitivity in sensing applications. Our theoretical analysis, supported by numerical simulations and experimental validation, demonstrates the system's capability to detect minute mass variations and identify surface cracks with high precision. This advancement not only contributes to the field of non-Hermitian physics but also paves the way for the development of next-generation mechanical sensors leveraging EP physics.