Multiscale Modeling of Emerging Two-Dimensional (2D) Materials and Devices

A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412).

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Department of Mathematics and Physics, Institute of Photonics, Leibniz Universität Hannover, Appelstraße 11, 30167 Hannover, Germany
Interests: multiscale modeling; advanced materials; molecular dynamics; finite element; density functional theory; physics of materials
Chair of Materials Science and Nanotechnology, Dresden University of Technology, 01069 Dresden, Germany
Interests: molecular and organic electronics; bionanotechnology; nanostructures; methods development
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Dear Colleagues,

Recent advances and successes in the fabrication of two-dimensional (2D) materials with exceptional physical, electronic, optical, and mechanical properties have provided new possibilities to design advanced and more efficient devices. Since experimental studies at the nanoscale level are complicated, expensive, and time-consuming, computer simulations are inevitable to evaluate the intrinsic properties of 2D materials and design novel structures on the basis of this novel and advancing class of materials. In this Special Issue, we welcome high-quality and original research articles focusing on the multiscale modeling of structures and devices, exploiting the wonderful properties of 2D materials.

In particular, the topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

  • First-principles density functional theory calculations;
  • Ab-initio molecular dynamics simulations;
  • Classical molecular dynamics simulations of thermal and mechanical properties;
  • Application of artificial intelligence in the design and optimization of 2D nanostructures;
  • Machine learning and prediction of novel 2D materials;
  • Computer reconstruction of nanostructured materials;
  • Statistical methods for the evaluation of nanostructured materials properties;
  • Modelling of rechargeable metal-ion batteries;
  • 2D nanomaterials for energy application;
  • Multiscale modelling of solar cells and fuel cells;
  • Multiscale modelling of nanocomposite materials;
  • Finite element and continuum modelling of nanostructured materials;
  • Micromechanical theories;
  • First-principles methods for the modelling of heat conduction at the nanoscale;
  • Charge and heat transport in 2D materials and heterostructures.

Dr. Bohayra Mortazavi
Prof. Dr. Gianaurelio Cuniberti
Guest Editors

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Combined Modeling of the Optical Anisotropy of Porous Thin Films
by F. V. Grigoriev, V. B. Sulimov and A.V. Tikhonravov
Coatings 2020, 10(6), 517; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings10060517 - 28 May 2020
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In this article, a combined approach for studying the optical anisotropy of porous thin films obtained by the glancing angle deposition is presented. This approach combines modeling on the atomistic and continuum levels. First, thin films clusters are obtained using the full-atomistic molecular [...] Read more.
In this article, a combined approach for studying the optical anisotropy of porous thin films obtained by the glancing angle deposition is presented. This approach combines modeling on the atomistic and continuum levels. First, thin films clusters are obtained using the full-atomistic molecular dynamics simulation of the deposition process. Then, these clusters are represented as a medium with anisotropic pores, the shapes parameters of which are determined using the Monte Carlo based method. The difference in the main components of the refractive index is calculated in the framework of the anisotropic Bruggeman effective medium theory. The presented approach is tested and validated by comparing the analytical and simulation results for the model problems, and then is applied to silicon dioxide thin films. It is found that the maximum difference between the main components of the refractive index is 0.035 in a film deposited at an angle of 80°. The simulation results agree with the experimental data reported in the literature. Full article
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Two-Dimensional SiP, SiAs, GeP and GeAs as Promising Candidates for Photocatalytic Applications
by Bohayra Mortazavi, Masoud Shahrokhi, Gianaurelio Cuniberti and Xiaoying Zhuang
Coatings 2019, 9(8), 522; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings9080522 - 16 Aug 2019
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Group IV–V-type layered materials, such as SiP, SiAs, GeP and GeAs, are among the most attractive two-dimensional (2D) materials that exhibit anisotropic mechanical, optical and transport properties. In this short communication, we conducted density functional theory simulations to explore the prospect of SiP, [...] Read more.
Group IV–V-type layered materials, such as SiP, SiAs, GeP and GeAs, are among the most attractive two-dimensional (2D) materials that exhibit anisotropic mechanical, optical and transport properties. In this short communication, we conducted density functional theory simulations to explore the prospect of SiP, SiAs, GeP and GeAs nanosheets for the water-splitting application. The semiconducting gaps of stress-free SiP, SiAs, GeP and GeAs monolayers were estimated to be 2.59, 2.34, 2.30 and 2.07 eV, respectively, which are within the desirable ranges for the water splitting. Moreover, all the considered nanomaterials were found to yield optical absorption in the visible spectrum, which is a critical feature for the employment in the solar water splitting systems. Our results furthermore confirm that the valence and conduction band edge positions in SiP, SiAs, GeP and GeAs monolayers also satisfy the requirements for the water splitting. Our results highlight the promising photocatalytic characteristics of SiP, SiAs, GeP and GeAs nanosheets for the application in solar water splitting and design of advanced hydrogen fuel cells. Full article
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First Principles Study of Gas Molecules Adsorption on Monolayered β-SnSe
by Tianhan Liu, Hongbo Qin, Daoguo Yang and Guoqi Zhang
Coatings 2019, 9(6), 390; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings9060390 - 17 Jun 2019
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For the purpose of exploring the application of two-dimensional (2D) material in the field of gas sensors, the adsorption properties of gas molecules, CO, CO2, CH2O, O2, NO2, and SO2 on the surface of [...] Read more.
For the purpose of exploring the application of two-dimensional (2D) material in the field of gas sensors, the adsorption properties of gas molecules, CO, CO2, CH2O, O2, NO2, and SO2 on the surface of monolayered tin selenium in β phase (β-SnSe) has been researched by first principles calculation based on density functional theory (DFT). The results indicate that β-SnSe sheet presents weak physisorption for CO and CO2 molecules with small adsorption energy and charge transfers, which show that a β-SnSe sheet is not suitable for sensing CO and CO2. The adsorption behavior of CH2O molecules adsorbed on a β-SnSe monolayer is stronger than that of CO and CO2, revealing that the β-SnSe layer can be applied to detect CH2O as physical sensor. Additionally, O2, NO2, and SO2 are chemically adsorbed on a β-SnSe monolayer with moderate adsorption energy and considerable charge transfers. All related calculations reveal that β-SnSe has a potential application in detecting and catalyzing O2, NO2, and SO2 molecules. Full article
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Molecular Dynamics Study on the Tribological Properties of Phosphorene/Polyethylene Composites
by Yong Peng, Jiahao Li, Xianqiong Tang, Wei Yang, Xuanzhen Chen, Chaojie Fan and Kui Wang
Coatings 2019, 9(5), 342; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings9050342 - 26 May 2019
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This study aimed to investigate the mechanism of phosphorene in enhancing the friction behaviors of polyethylene using molecular dynamics. A sliding model was constructed to investigate the coefficient of friction and abrasion rate of composites by applying a tangential velocity on a rigid [...] Read more.
This study aimed to investigate the mechanism of phosphorene in enhancing the friction behaviors of polyethylene using molecular dynamics. A sliding model was constructed to investigate the coefficient of friction and abrasion rate of composites by applying a tangential velocity on a rigid tip. Both the size and number of layers of phosphorene had positive effects on the friction force of composites but through different mechanisms. The former was because the interaction between phosphorene and polyethylene increased with the size of phosphorene, while the latter was through influencing the thermal transport across phosphorene and polyethylene interfaces. The rate of improvement decreased with the increased layer number of phosphorene due to the fact that the phosphorene tended to congregate together and thus formed multi-layer agglomerates. The friction behavior of the composites was highly anisotropic because of the high divergence of potential-energy on the phosphorene surface. These findings have provided insights into enhancing the friction behavior of polymer filled by phosphorene. Full article
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