Research Workshop on Computational Condensed Matter Physics: Total Energy Methods and Physics of III-V Semiconductors Held in Paris, France on January 4th-6th, 1990
Abstract
One of the breakthroughs in condensed matter physics is the newly acquired ability of theorists to explain and predict properties of solids using quantum theory. Starting with minimal information about the constituent atoms, accurate calculations of electronic, structural, vibrational, and even superconducting properties of solids have been performed. The discussion will provide an overview of this area with emphasis on the predictive capacity of the approach. Applications include the analysis of high pressure structures of solids such as group IV and III-IV semiconductors, metallic hydrogen, and compounds having very low compressibilities. A pseudopotential approach is used in most of the above applications. In some cases empirical theories and scaling laws are employed as a guide to facilitate the investigation of trends in material properties. Specific compounds are suggested as candidates for superhard materials and new superconductors. Keywords: Military publications; Periodicals; Scientific literature; Reports; Europe; Translations.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 06, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA219568
Entities
Organizations
- Pierre and Marie Curie University