ISSN:
1435-1536
Keywords:
Elastomer
;
force-lengthrelation
;
masseffect
;
finitevolumeeffect
;
dynamictreatment
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
,
Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Production Engineering, Mining and Metallurgy, Traffic Engineering, Precision Mechanics
Notes:
Abstract We evaluate the force-length relation for short model chains. It is shown that this relation is markedly different when evaluated for static and dynamic model chains with rigid segments. The relation also differs for chains with rigid segments when they are isolated and coupled to a canonical heatbath, respectively. Furthermore, it is derived that the variation of the masses along the chain only has a small influence on the force-length relation. On the other hand, restricting the motion of the chain by walls perpendicular to the chain extension has a pronounced effect. We especially find that in this situation the chain has a finite equilibrium length.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00654116
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