Pattern selection processes and noise induced pattern-forming transitions in periodic systems with transient dynamics

Abstract

We apply the phase field crystal method for nonequilibrium patterning to stochastic systems with an external source in which transient dynamics is essential. Considering a prototype model for a one-component periodic system subjected to external influence kind of irradiation we study properties of pattern selection processes and external noise induced pattern-forming transitions. These processes are examined by means of the structure function dynamics analysis. Nonequilibrium pattern-forming transitions are analyzed numerically. © 2010 Versita Warsaw and Springer-Verlag Wien.