Models for direct Monte Carlo simulation of coupled vibration-dissociation

A new model for reactive collisions is developed within the framework of a particle method, which simulates coupled vibration-dissociation (CVD) behavior in high-temperature gases. The fundamental principles of particle simulation methods are introduced with particular attention given to the probability functions employed to select thermal and reactive collisions. Reaction probability functions are derived which favor vibrationally excited molecules as reaction candidates. The new models derived here are used to simulate CVD behavior during thermochemical relaxation of constant-volume O2 reservoirs, as well as the dissociation incubation behavior of postshock N2 flows for comparisons with previous models and experimental data.

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