| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5394993 | Computational and Theoretical Chemistry | 2011 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
⺠A bent polyyne rod placed vertically on a surface, when released, will propel itself upwards. ⺠Part of the initial potential energy (IPE) stored in bending will be lost to vibrations. ⺠MD simulations show that ca. half of the energy can be used for propulsion. ⺠The energy fraction available for propulsion decreases with the increase in the (IPE) and the length of the rod. ⺠The synchronicity between “push” and “pull” detachment mechanism seems to determine the efficiency of the propulsion.
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Authors
Moriel Pinchas, Yehuda Zeiri, Shmaryahu Hoz,