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On the dependence of adatom interactions on strain

  • University of Wyoming

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Abstract

It is argued that the elastic interaction between adatoms on a substrate generally depends on applied strain. Based on this premise, a continuum-level point-defect model of adatoms with strain-dependent properties is developed. It is then used to demonstrate that applied strain might provide enough control over adatom interactions to self-assemble certain nanostructures. By studying the long-range pair interaction between adatoms, it is found that strain can cause adatom pairs to align themselves in particular directions and modulate their interaction between repulsion and attraction.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2149-2167
Number of pages19
JournalJournal of the Mechanics and Physics of Solids
Volume51
Issue number11-12
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 2003
EventProceedings of a Symposium on Dynamic Failure and Thin Film - Pasadena, United States
Duration: Jan 16 2003Jan 16 2003

Keywords

  • Adatoms
  • Elastic driving force
  • Energy release rate
  • Self-assembly
  • Strain

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