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Rémi Khatib¹, Marialore Sulpizi¹

¹Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz , Staudinger Weg 7, 55099 Mainz, Germany.

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We present a new method to calculate sum frequency generation (SFG) spectra for water interfaces using atomic velocities. This approach reduces computational cost and aids in interpreting spectral peaks related to local modes.

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Area of Science:

* Physical Chemistry
* Computational Chemistry
* Surface Science

Background:

* Sum frequency generation (SFG) spectroscopy is a powerful technique for studying interfaces.
* Calculating SFG spectra often involves computationally expensive methods.
* Interpreting SFG spectra in terms of molecular motions can be challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

* To develop a computationally efficient method for calculating SFG spectra of water interfaces.
* To provide a new framework for interpreting SFG spectral peaks based on local modes.
* To validate the new method using ab initio molecular dynamics simulations and experimental data.

Main Methods:

* Developed an expression for SFG spectra calculation based on projecting atomic velocities onto local normal modes.
* Utilized velocity-velocity correlation functions to obtain the SFG signal.
* Employed ab initio molecular dynamics simulations for the water-air interface.

Main Results:

* The new method significantly reduces computational cost compared to traditional approaches.
* The method allows for the interpretation of spectral peaks in terms of local modes, including bending modes.
* Results for the water-air interface show good agreement with experimental data.

Conclusions:

* The developed method offers a computationally feasible and insightful approach to SFG spectral analysis.
* This technique facilitates a deeper understanding of molecular dynamics at interfaces.
* The findings support the interpretation of SFG spectra through local mode analysis.