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Area of Science:

  • Materials Science
  • Computational Materials Science
  • Statistical Physics

Background:

  • Material reconstruction from limited data is challenging.
  • The Yeong-Torquato procedure uses spatial correlation functions and simulated annealing.
  • Standard two-point correlation functions (S2) can cause structural degeneracy in reconstructions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a dynamic reconstruction procedure for improved accuracy and reduced degeneracy.
  • To utilize a series of auxiliary S2 functions mimicking physical evolution.
  • To reconstruct microstructure evolution processes dynamically.

Main Methods:

  • A dynamic reconstruction procedure using a series of auxiliary S2 functions.
  • Mimicking physical structural evolution (e.g., grain growth) instead of random sampling.
  • Constructing auxiliary energy landscapes to guide convergence to a favorable minimum.

Main Results:

  • Achieved accuracy comparable to methods using nonconventional correlation functions.
  • Successfully reconstructed nearly percolating hard-sphere packings and particle-reinforced composites.
  • Dynamically reconstructed the coarsening process in a binary metallic alloy.

Conclusions:

  • The dynamic procedure offers a more accurate and less degenerate alternative to standard reconstruction techniques.
  • The method effectively captures material structural evolution processes.
  • Applicable to diverse materials, including composites and alloys.