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  • Physics
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Complex Systems

Background:

  • Understanding particle diffusion in complex potentials is crucial for various physical phenomena.
  • Correlated random potentials introduce unique challenges to standard diffusion models.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the diffusive behavior of particles in a 2D random correlated potential.
  • To analyze the transition from subdiffusion to superdiffusion and its dependence on potential characteristics.

Main Methods:

  • Langevin simulations were employed to model particle movement.
  • A two-dimensional random potential with Gaussian distribution and exponential correlation was utilized.

Main Results:

  • Superdiffusion was observed only during the early stages of particle evolution.
  • No intermediate time regime was found between subdiffusion and superdiffusion.
  • Finite-size effects of the potential significantly influence the attainment of asymptotic behavior.
  • The escape rate from metastable systems decreases due to the 'hill effect' of the random potential.

Conclusions:

  • Particle diffusion in this specific potential is characterized by initial superdiffusion and a lack of intermediate transitional phases.
  • The finite-size nature of simulated potentials impacts observed diffusive regimes.
  • Random potentials can impede particle escape from metastable states.