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Title: Toward Quantum Paraelectric, Paraelastic, and Paramagnetic 2D Materials

Journal Article · · Annalen der Physik (Leipzig)
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  1. Univ. of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR (United States). Dept. of Physics; OSTI
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Quantum fluctuations are known to affect the finite-temperature properties of materials made out of light elements such as hydrogen and helium. More recently, it has also been realized that quantum effects may play a role on structural transformations of ferroic materials containing heavier atoms, provided the energy barrier separating two different phases is small when compared to thermal fluctuations. Herein, 2D ferroelectric and ferroelastic materials are showcased as potential candidates to experience quantum effects on their structural conformation at liquid helium temperatures. A brief literature overview of the path integral molecular dynamics approach, which could be useful for the discovery of quantum paraelectric, paraelastic, and paramagnetic behavior in 2D materials, is also provided.

Research Organization:
Univ. of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE; USDOE Office of Science (SC), Basic Energy Sciences (BES)
Grant/Contract Number:
AC02-05CH11231; SC0016139
OSTI ID:
1802840
Journal Information:
Annalen der Physik (Leipzig), Journal Name: Annalen der Physik (Leipzig) Journal Issue: 2 Vol. 532; ISSN 0003-3804
Publisher:
WileyCopyright Statement
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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