ISSN:
1531-7331
Source:
Annual Reviews Electronic Back Volume Collection 1932-2001ff
Topics:
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
Notes:
Abstract Various methods for calculating the free energies of fluids, solids, and discrete spin systems are reviewed with particular emphasis on applications relevant in materials science. First, traditional methodologies based on harmonic approximations and thermodynamic integration are examined to highlight the workings of these very useful and robust techniques. Several newer and more specialized strategies are then discussed to provide a snapshot of current practices. Our aim here is to compare and contrast several related techniques and to provide an assessment of their relative strengths.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1146/annurev.matsci.32.111901.153708
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