Journal of Applied Physics,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
136(17)
Опубликована: Ноя. 4, 2024
We
study
the
effects
of
uniaxial
pressure
on
thermal
conductivity
between
two
nanoparticles
using
atomistic
simulation.
While
system
is
compressed,
we
analyze
evolution
contact
area,
relative
density,
and
dislocation
density.
Lattice
calculated
by
non-equilibrium
molecular
dynamics
simulations
at
several
stages
compression.
Despite
increment
defects,
increases
with
due
to
increase
in
density
radius.
The
behavior
radius
compared
Johnson–Kendall–Roberts
(JKR)
model.
there
good
agreement
low
strain,
after
significant
plasticity,
signaled
emission
dislocations
from
region,
discrepancy
JKR
grows
larger
results
for
show
previous
studies
zero
a
theoretical
model
used
accurately
explain
its
vs
strain-dependent
Both
Kapitza
resistance
decrease
strain
but
very
different
evolution.
Simulations
bulk
sample
under
were
also
carried
out,
allowing
clear
distinction
role
compressive
stress,
which
conductivity,
dislocations,
conductivity.
For
NP
system,
additional
stress
modifies
An
analytical
single
free
parameter
allows
description
all
these
matches
both
our
simulation
results.
Advanced Energy Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
unknown
Опубликована: Дек. 10, 2024
Abstract
This
review
highlights
recent
advances
in
machine
learning
(ML)‐assisted
design
of
energy
materials.
Initially,
ML
algorithms
were
successfully
applied
to
screen
materials
databases
by
establishing
complex
relationships
between
atomic
structures
and
their
resulting
properties,
thus
accelerating
the
identification
candidates
with
desirable
properties.
Recently,
development
highly
accurate
interatomic
potentials
generative
models
has
not
only
improved
robust
prediction
physical
but
also
significantly
accelerated
discovery
In
past
couple
years,
methods
have
enabled
high‐precision
first‐principles
predictions
electronic
optical
properties
for
large
systems,
providing
unprecedented
opportunities
science.
Furthermore,
ML‐assisted
microstructure
reconstruction
physics‐informed
solutions
partial
differential
equations
facilitated
understanding
microstructure–property
relationships.
Most
recently,
seamless
integration
various
platforms
led
emergence
autonomous
laboratories
that
combine
quantum
mechanical
calculations,
language
models,
experimental
validations,
fundamentally
transforming
traditional
approach
novel
synthesis.
While
highlighting
aforementioned
advances,
existing
challenges
are
discussed.
Ultimately,
is
expected
fully
integrate
atomic‐scale
simulations,
reverse
engineering,
process
optimization,
device
fabrication,
empowering
system
design.
will
drive
transformative
innovations
conversion,
storage,
harvesting
technologies.
Journal of Applied Physics,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
137(1)
Опубликована: Янв. 2, 2025
First-principles
molecular
dynamics
simulations
of
heat
transport
in
systems
with
large-scale
structural
features
are
challenging
due
to
their
high
computational
cost.
Here,
using
polycrystalline
graphene
as
a
case
study,
we
demonstrate
the
feasibility
simulating
near
first-principles
accuracy
containing
over
1.4×106
atoms,
achievable
even
consumer
desktop
GPUs.
This
is
enabled
by
highly
efficient
neuroevolution
potential
(NEP)
approach,
implemented
open-source
GPUMD
package.
Leveraging
NEP
model’s
and
efficiency,
quantify
reduction
thermal
conductivity
grain
boundaries
varying
sizes,
resolving
contributions
from
in-plane
out-of-plane
(flexural)
phonon
modes.
Additionally,
find
that
can
lead
finite
under
significant
tensile
strain,
contrast
divergent
behavior
observed
pristine
similar
conditions,
indicating
may
play
crucial
role
low-dimensional
momentum-conserving
systems.
These
findings
could
offer
insights
into
interpreting
experimental
observations,
given
widespread
presence
both
external
strains
real
materials.
The
demonstrated
ability
simulate
millions
atoms
near-first-principles
on
GPUs
approach
will
help
make
high-fidelity
atomistic
more
accessible
broader
research
community.
Materials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
17(11), С. 2653 - 2653
Опубликована: Май 31, 2024
In
a
recent
breakthrough
in
the
field
of
two-dimensional
(2D)
nanomaterials,
first
synthesis
single-atom-thick
gold
lattice
goldene
has
been
reported
through
an
innovative
wet
chemical
removal
Ti3C2
from
layered
Ti3AuC2.
Inspired
by
this
advancement,
communication
and
for
time,
comprehensive
first-principles
investigation
using
combination
density
functional
theory
(DFT)
machine
learning
interatomic
potential
(MLIP)
calculations
conducted
to
delve
into
stability,
electronic,
mechanical
thermal
properties
single-layer
free-standing
goldene.
The
presented
results
confirm
stability
at
700
K
as
well
remarkable
dynamical
stress-free
strained
monolayer.
At
ground
state,
elastic
modulus
tensile
strength
monolayer
are
predicted
be
over
226
12
GPa,
respectively.
Through
validated
MLIP-based
molecular
dynamics
calculations,
it
is
found
that
room
temperature,
nanosheet
can
exhibit
anisotropic
9
GPa
low
conductivity
around
10
±
2
W/(m.K),
We
finally
show
native
metallic
nature
stays
intact
under
large
strains.
combined
insights
DFT
provide
understanding
mechanical,
electronic
nanosheets.
Chemical Physics Reviews,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
6(1)
Опубликована: Март 1, 2025
Surfaces
and
interfaces
play
key
roles
in
chemical
material
science.
Understanding
physical
processes
at
complex
surfaces
is
a
challenging
task.
Machine
learning
provides
powerful
tool
to
help
analyze
accelerate
simulations.
This
comprehensive
review
affords
an
overview
of
the
applications
machine
study
systems
materials.
We
categorize
into
following
broad
categories:
solid–solid
interface,
solid–liquid
liquid–liquid
surface
solid,
liquid,
three-phase
interfaces.
High-throughput
screening,
combined
first-principles
calculations,
force
field
accelerated
molecular
dynamics
simulations
are
used
rational
design
such
as
all-solid-state
batteries,
solar
cells,
heterogeneous
catalysis.
detailed
information
on
for
Chemical Physics Reviews,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
6(1)
Опубликована: Март 1, 2025
Interatomic
potentials
are
essential
for
driving
molecular
dynamics
(MD)
simulations,
directly
impacting
the
reliability
of
predictions
regarding
physical
and
chemical
properties
materials.
In
recent
years,
machine-learned
(MLPs),
trained
against
first-principles
calculations,
have
become
a
new
paradigm
in
materials
modeling
as
they
provide
desirable
balance
between
accuracy
computational
cost.
The
neuroevolution
potential
(NEP)
approach,
implemented
open-source
GPUMD
software,
has
emerged
promising
potential,
exhibiting
impressive
exceptional
efficiency.
This
review
provides
comprehensive
discussion
on
methodological
practical
aspects
NEP
along
with
detailed
comparison
other
representative
state-of-the-art
MLP
approaches
terms
training
accuracy,
property
prediction,
We
also
demonstrate
application
approach
to
perform
accurate
efficient
MD
addressing
complex
challenges
that
traditional
force
fields
typically
cannot
tackle.
Key
examples
include
structural
liquid
amorphous
materials,
order
alloy
systems,
phase
transitions,
surface
reconstruction,
material
growth,
primary
radiation
damage,
fracture
two-dimensional
nanoscale
tribology,
mechanical
behavior
compositionally
alloys
under
various
loadings.
concludes
summary
perspectives
future
extensions
further
advance
this
rapidly
evolving
field.