Mapped orthogonal functions method applied to acoustic waves-based devices

This work presents the modelling of acoustic wave-based devices of various geometries through a mapped orthogonal functions method. A specificity of the method, namely the automatic incorporation of boundary conditions into equations of motion through position-dependent physical constants, is presented in detail. Formulations are given for two classes of problems: (i) problems with guided mode propagation and (ii) problems with stationary waves. The method’s interest is demonstrated by several examples, a seven-layered plate, a 2D rectangular resonator and a 3D cylindrical resonator, showing how it is easy to obtain either dispersion curves and field profiles for devices with guided mode propagation or electrical response for devices with stationary waves. Extensions and possible further developments are also given.