On finite-size effects in computer simulations using the Ewald potential
We discuss the origin and relevance for computer simulations of a strong finite-size effect that appears when using the Ewald summation formula. It can be understood as arising from a volume-dependent shift of the potential in a finite, periodic box relative to the infinite volume limit. This shift...
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Veröffentlicht in: | The Journal of chemical physics 1995-10, Vol.103 (14), p.6133-6142 |
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Sprache: | eng |
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Zusammenfassung: | We discuss the origin and relevance for computer simulations of a strong finite-size effect that appears when using the Ewald summation formula. It can be understood as arising from a volume-dependent shift of the potential in a finite, periodic box relative to the infinite volume limit. This shift is due to the fact that the ‘‘zero of energy’’ for a periodic system cannot be defined by letting the interacting particles be separated by an infinite distance; the correct definition corresponds to setting its k=0 Fourier mode to zero. The implications of this effect for computer simulations are discussed. |
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ISSN: | 0021-9606 1089-7690 |
DOI: | 10.1063/1.470721 |