Repulsive torques alone trigger crystallization of constant speed active particles
Soft Condensed Matter
2022-04-14 v1
Abstract
We investigate the possibility for self-propelled particles to crystallize without reducing their intrinsic speed. We illuminate how, in the absence of any force, the competition between self-propulsion and repulsive torques determine the macroscopic phases of constant-speed active particles. This minimal model expands upon existing approaches for an improved understanding of crystallization of active matter.
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@article{arxiv.2204.06468,
title = {Repulsive torques alone trigger crystallization of constant speed active particles},
author = {Marine Le Blay and Alexandre Morin},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2204.06468},
year = {2022}
}