Effects of Temperature and Random Forces in Phase Transformation of Multi-Stable Systems †
2024

Effects of Temperature and Random Forces in Phase Transformation of Multi-Stable Systems

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Author Information

Author(s): Giuseppe Florio, Stefano Giordano, Giuseppe Puglisi

Primary Institution: Polytechnic University of Bari

Hypothesis

How do temperature and random forces affect the phase transformation in multi-stable systems?

Conclusion

The study shows that disorder and thermal fluctuations significantly alter the phase transition behavior of materials.

Supporting Evidence

  • Disorder can significantly alter the system's response during phase transitions.
  • Temperature modifies energy barriers and transition rates in materials.
  • Random forces can suppress cooperativity in phase transitions.

Takeaway

This study looks at how changes in temperature and random forces can change how materials switch between different phases.

Methodology

The study uses a one-dimensional model with nearest-neighbor interactions and random forces to analyze phase transitions.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3390/e26121109

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