By analyzing the real space non-equilibrium dynamics of polymers, we elucidate the physics of driven translocation and propose its dynamical scaling scenario analogous to that in the surface growth phenomena. We provide a detailed account of the previously proposed tension-propagation formulation and extend it to cover the broader parameter space relevant to real experiments. In addition to a near-equilibrium regime, we identify three distinct non-equilibrium regimes reflecting the steady-state property of a dragged polymer with finite extensibility. Finite-size effects are also pointed out. These elements are shown to be crucial for the appropriate comparison with experiments and simulations. © EDP Sciences / Società Italiana di Fisica / Springer-Verlag 2011.
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Saito, T., & Sakaue, T. (2011). Dynamical diagram and scaling in polymer driven translocation. European Physical Journal E, 34(12). https://doi.org/10.1140/epje/i2011-11135-3
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