Molecular dynamics simulations of heat transport using machine-learned potentials: A mini-review and tutorial on GPUMD with neuroevolution potentials

Molecular dynamics (MD) simulations play an important role in understanding and engineering heat transport properties of complex materials. An essential requirement for reliably predicting heat transport properties is the use of accurate and efficient interatomic potentials. Recently, machine-learne...

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Published in:Journal of applied physics 2024-04, Vol.135 (16)
Main Authors: Dong, Haikuan, Shi, Yongbo, Ying, Penghua, Xu, Ke, Liang, Ting, Wang, Yanzhou, Zeng, Zezhu, Wu, Xin, Zhou, Wenjiang, Xiong, Shiyun, Chen, Shunda, Fan, Zheyong
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Language:English
Subjects:
Accuracy
Molecular dynamics
Simulation
Transport properties
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Summary:Molecular dynamics (MD) simulations play an important role in understanding and engineering heat transport properties of complex materials. An essential requirement for reliably predicting heat transport properties is the use of accurate and efficient interatomic potentials. Recently, machine-learned potentials (MLPs) have shown great promise in providing the required accuracy for a broad range of materials. In this mini-review and tutorial, we delve into the fundamentals of heat transport, explore pertinent MD simulation methods, and survey the applications of MLPs in MD simulations of heat transport. Furthermore, we provide a step-by-step tutorial on developing MLPs for highly efficient and predictive heat transport simulations, utilizing the neuroevolution potentials as implemented in the GPUMD package. Our aim with this mini-review and tutorial is to empower researchers with valuable insights into cutting-edge methodologies that can significantly enhance the accuracy and efficiency of MD simulations for heat transport studies.
ISSN:0021-8979
1089-7550
DOI:10.1063/5.0200833