Density mismatch in thin diblock copolymer films

Thin films of diblock copolymer subject to gravitational field are simulated by means of a cell dynamical system model. The difference in density of the two sides of the molecule and the presence of the field causes the formation of lamellar patterns with orientation parallel to the confining walls...

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Published inPhysical review. E, Statistical physics, plasmas, fluids, and related interdisciplinary topics Vol. 61; no. 4 Pt B; p. 4118
Main Authors Martins, S, Morgado, WA, Massunaga, MS, Bahiana, M
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.04.2000
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Summary:Thin films of diblock copolymer subject to gravitational field are simulated by means of a cell dynamical system model. The difference in density of the two sides of the molecule and the presence of the field causes the formation of lamellar patterns with orientation parallel to the confining walls even when they are neutral. The concentration profile of those films is analyzed in the weak segregation regime and a functional form for the profile is proposed.
ISSN:1063-651X
DOI:10.1103/PhysRevE.61.4118