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We develop an accurate interlayer pairwise potential derived from the \textit{ab-initio} calculations and investigate the thermal transport of silicene bilayers within the framework of equilibrium molecular dynamics simulations. The…
Metal-semiconductor interfaces play a central role in micro and nano-electronic devices as heat dissipation or temperature drop across these interfaces can significantly affect device performance. Prediction of accurate thermal boundary…
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