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Activated barrier crossing dynamics of a Janus particle carrying cargo
T DEBNATH, P K GHOSH
Published in Royal Society of Chemistry
2018
Volume: 20
   
Issue: 38
Pages: 25069 - 25077
Abstract
We numerically study the escape kinetics of a self-propelled Janus particle, carrying a cargo, from a meta-stable state. We assume that the cargo is attached to the Janus particle by a flexible harmonic spring. We take into account the effect of the velocity field created in the fluid due to movements of the dimer's components, by considering a space-dependent diffusion tensor (Oseen tensor). Our simulation results show that the synchronization between barrier crossing events and the rotational relaxation process can enhance the escape rate to a large extent. Also, the load carrying capability of a Janus particle is largely controlled by its rotational dynamics and self-propulsion velocity. Moreover, the hydrodynamic interaction, conspicuously, enhances the escape rate of the Janus-cargo dimer. The most important features in escape kinetics have been justified based on analytic arguments. © 2018 the Owner Societies.
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JournalData powered by TypesetPhysical Chemistry Chemical Physics
PublisherData powered by TypesetRoyal Society of Chemistry
ISSN1463-9076
Open AccessYes