Journal of Chemical Physics, Vol.104, No.11, 4294-4300, 1996
The Dynamics of Matrix Trapping .1. Deposition of a Pure Argon Matrix
The dynamics of matrix deposition is considered using classical molecular dynamics simulations. The slow spray-on and pulsed experimental deposition techniques are modeled using pairwise Lennard-Jones potentials. The structure of the deposited matrix is characterized after equilibration is allowed. The effect on the matrix structure of such factors as deposition rate, equilibration time, and initial structure of the substrate, are considered. Results show a layer-by-layer formation of the deposited material with no dependence on the deposition rate. Both experimental deposition techniques modeled in this study produce an hexagonal close packing structure.
Keywords:BEAM EPITAXIAL-GROWTH;MOLECULAR-DYNAMICS;SIMULATION;SURFACE;GRAPHITE;SILICON;DIFFUSION;CLUSTERS;LIQUIDS;MOTION