On the <i>in</i>existence of a “splay(-bend)” nematic phase

On the basis of the application of the (Onsager) second-virial density functional theory to an artificial system that is so designed as to be the best promoter of a "splay(-bend)" nematic phase, it is argued that this "modulated" nematic phase cannot exist.

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The Journal of Chemical Physics
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2025-09-16
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https://doi.org/10.1063/5.0278017
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Liquid Crystal Research Advancements
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On the inexistence of a “splay(-bend)” nematic phase

Giorgio Cinacchi
The Journal of Chemical Physics
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On the inexistence of a “splay(-bend)” nematic phase

Giorgio Cinacchi
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Abstract

On the basis of the application of the (Onsager) second-virial density functional theory to an artificial system that is so designed as to be the best promoter of a "splay(-bend)" nematic phase, it is argued that this "modulated" nematic phase cannot exist.

The Journal of Chemical PhysicsVol. 163(11)
Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (ES)
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Liquid Crystal Research Advancements
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