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Abstract
We present dynamic measurements of a lattice gas during phase separation, which we use as an analogy for self-assembly of equilibrium ordered structures. We use two approaches to quantify the degree of reversibility of this process: First, we count events in which bonds are made and broken; second, we use correlation-response measurements and fluctuation-dissipation ratios to probe reversibility during different time intervals. We show how correlation and response functions can be related directly to microscopic (ir)reversibility and we discuss the time dependence and observable dependence of these measurements, including the role of fast and slow degrees of freedom during assembly.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 021112 |
Journal | Physical Review E |
Volume | 85 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |
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Fellowship - How Fast does Time Flow? Dynamic Behaviour in Glasses, Nano-Science and Self-Assembly
Jack, R. (PI)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
1/10/10 → 30/09/15
Project: Research council
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Understanding and Optimising Self-Assembly Processes
Jack, R. (PI)
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council
15/06/09 → 14/06/11
Project: Research council
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High Performance Computing (HPC) Facility
Chapman, S. (Manager)
University of BathFacility/equipment: Facility