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Molecular Dynamics Simulation for the Atomization Process of a Nanojet

Chun-Lang Yeh¹

1 Department of Aeronautical Engineering, National Formosa University, Huwei, Yunlin 632, Taiwan, R.O.C., Tel: 886-5-6315527, Fax: 886-5-6312415, E-mail: clyeh@nfu.edu.tw

Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences 2009, 39(2), 179-200. https://doi.org/10.3970/cmes.2009.039.179

Abstract

In this research, the atomization process of a nanojet is investigated by molecular dynamics simulation. Liquid argon nanojet made of 44000 Lennard-Jones molecules is examined under various simulation parameters to study their influence on the nanojet atomization process. Snapshots of the molecules, evolution of the density field, and evolution of the intermolecular force are analyzed. The present simulation results can provide insight into the fundamental mechanism of the atomization process and will be helpful for the design of nanojet devices such as nano-printer or nano-sprayer.

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