Abstract
An atomistic interaction potential for adsorbate/surface systems is presented, based on the modified embedded-atom method (MEAM) and applied to CO on Pt. All parameters are determined using both density-functional theory (DFT) calculations, as well as the necessary experimental data. Whereas current DFT implementations suffer from problems in predicting the correct adsorption site of CO on Pt{111}, the current MEAM potential quantitatively describes the adsorption energies on the Pt {100} and {111} surfaces. With this potential, one is able to model, amongst others, diffusional properties and the CO induced lifting of the Pt{100}-hex surface reconstruction.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 235409 |
Pages (from-to) | 235409-1/11 |
Journal | Physical Review B |
Volume | 66 |
Issue number | 23 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2002 |