Formation of limit-periodic structures by quadrupole particles confined to a triangular lattice.
Journal Article
We have performed Monte Carlo (MC) simulations on two-dimensional systems of quadrupole particles confined to a triangular lattice in order to determine the conditions that permit the formation of a limit-periodic phase. We have found that limit-periodic structures form only when the rotations of the particles are confined to a set of six orientations aligned with the lattice directions. Related structures including striped and unidirectional rattler phases form when π/π66 rotations or continuous rotations are allowed. Order parameters signaling the formation of the limit-periodic structure and related structures are measured as a function of temperature. Our findings on the formation of the limit-periodic structure elucidate features relevant to the experimental creation of such a structure, which is expected to have interesting vibrational and electromagnetic modes.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Rutkowski, DM; Marcoux, C; Socolar, JES; Hall, CK
Published Date
- January 10, 2017
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 95 / 1-1
Start / End Page
- 012604 -
PubMed ID
- 28208436
Pubmed Central ID
- 28208436
Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)
- 2470-0053
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 2470-0045
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
- 10.1103/physreve.95.012604
Language
- eng