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Singularity spectra of rough growing surfaces from wavelet analysis

Ahr1, Biehl

  • 1Institut fur Theoretische Physik, Julius-Maximilians-Universitat Wurzburg, Am Hubland, 97074 Wurzburg, Germany.

Physical Review. E, Statistical Physics, Plasmas, Fluids, and Related Interdisciplinary Topics
|November 23, 2000
PubMed
Summary

This study uses the wavelet transform modulus maxima method to analyze simulated surfaces grown by molecular-beam epitaxy. The method reveals multiaffine surface morphology and a shift in singularity spectrum due to desorption, providing a foundation for anomalous scaling.

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Area of Science:

  • Surface science
  • Materials science
  • Statistical physics

Background:

  • Molecular-beam epitaxy (MBE) is a technique for depositing thin films.
  • Surface morphology analysis often uses structure function approaches.
  • Understanding surface scaling properties is crucial for materials development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To apply the wavelet transform modulus maxima method for analyzing simulated MBE surfaces.
  • To investigate the complete singularity spectrum of surface growth.
  • To understand the impact of desorption on surface morphology and scaling.

Main Methods:

  • Wavelet transform modulus maxima method for singularity spectrum analysis.
  • Kinetic Monte Carlo (KMC) model with Arrhenius dynamics.

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  • Inclusion of thermally activated desorption processes in simulations.

    • Main Results:

    • A wide spectrum of Holder exponents was observed, indicating multiaffine surface morphology.
    • Small desorption rates (<3%) caused a dramatic shift in the singularity spectrum towards smaller exponents.
    • The global exponent alpha(g) was identified with the maximum Holder exponent.

    Conclusions:

    • The wavelet transform modulus maxima method provides a comprehensive analysis of surface singularity spectra.
    • Thermally activated desorption significantly alters surface scaling behavior, even at low rates.
    • The study establishes a mathematical foundation for anomalous scaling in surface growth phenomena.