Based on particle swarm optimization (PSO) algorithm and density functional theory (DFT)
calculations, we identify a stable triclinic crystal structure of Ta 2 O 5 (named as γ 1-Ta 2 O 5) …

Due to both its scale and complexity, medium-range order is difficult to study. In this paper,
we present a computational tool which identifies the shortest path of bonded atoms which …

Amorphous mixed titania-tantala coatings are key components of Bragg reflectors in
gravitational-wave detectors (GWDs). Attaining the lowest possible values of optical …

Thermal annealing plays a key role in optimizing the properties of amorphous optical
coatings. In the field of gravitational wave detection (GWD), however, the effects of …

Amorphous mixed titania-tantala coatings are key components of Bragg reflectors in the
gravitational wave detectors (GWDs). Attaining the lowest possible values of optical …

Despite the long standing history of the research, production, and application of amorphous
and glassy materials, generating good quality models still remains a challenge. The …