论文信息 - Heat-pulse rectification in carbon nanotube Y junctions

Heat-pulse rectification in carbon nanotube Y junctions

Using molecular-dynamics simulations we demonstrate the existence of heat-pulse rectification in carbon nanotube Y junctions. The heat pulse is found to propagate unimpeded from stem to branches, while in the reverse direction there is a substantial reflection back into the branches with significantly reduced transmission. Based on this we discuss the implications for phonon rectification applications for these junctions.

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