Mottram, N.J. and Newton, C.J.P. (2012) Liquid crystal theory and modelling. In: Chen, J., Cranton, W. and Fihn, M. (eds.) Handbook of Visual Display Technology. Springer: Berlin, Heidelberg, pp. 1403-1428. ISBN 9783540795681 (doi: 10.1007/978-3-540-79567-4_87)
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Abstract
In this chapter we explain the rationale behind the theoretical modeling of liquid crystals and explain the important steps to construct a realistic and accurate model for a particular physical system. We then summarize two commonly used theories of nematics: one based on using the director as a dependent variable and one based on using the tensor order parameter. Using an example problem, the π-cell, we show the advantages and disadvantages of these two theoretical approaches, demonstrating the importance of carefully considering the choice of model before embarking on simulations.
Item Type: | Book Sections |
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Status: | Published |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Mottram, Professor Nigel |
Authors: | Mottram, N.J., and Newton, C.J.P. |
College/School: | College of Science and Engineering > School of Mathematics and Statistics > Mathematics |
Publisher: | Springer |
ISBN: | 9783540795681 |
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