Instability in Ostwald Ripening Processes
Abstract
Abstract There is a dimensionless parameter which enters into the equation for the evolution of supersaturation in Ostwald ripening processes. This parameter is typically a large number. Here it is argued that the consequent stiffness of the equation results in the evolution of the supersaturation being unstable. The instability is evident in numerical simulations of Ostwald ripening.
Fields of Study & Subjects
High Temperature Alloys and Creep
Solidification and crystal growth phenomena
Metallurgical Processes and Thermodynamics
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Statistical Physics
- Volume
- 193
- Issue
- 1
- Publication date
- 5 January 2026
- Language
- EN