Dissipative Dynamics of a Single Polymer in Solution: A Lowe-Andersen Approach
Abstract
We study the equilibrium dynamics of a single polymer chain under good solvent condition. Special emphasis is laid on varying the drag force experienced by the chain while it moves. To this end we model the solvent in a mesoscopic manner by employing the Lowe-Andersen approach of dissipative particle dynamics which is known to reproduce hydrodynamic effects. Our approach captures the correct static behavior in equilibrium. Regarding the dynamics, we investigate the scaling of the self-diffusion coefficient D with respect to the length of the polymer N, yielding results that are compatible with the Zimm scaling D N-3/5.
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