Abstract
We present a quantum methodology for the calculation of the inelastic neutron scattering (INS) spectra of an H2 molecule confined in a nanoscale cavity. Our approach incorporates the coupled five-dimensional translation-rotation (TR) energy levels and wave functions of the guest molecule. The computed INS spectra are highly realistic and reflect in full the complexity of the coupled TR dynamics on the anisotropic potential energy surfaces of the confining environment. Utilizing this methodology, we simulate the INS spectra of p- and o-H2 in the small cage of the structure II clathrate hydrate and compare them with the experimental data.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 241403 |
Journal | Physical Review B - Condensed Matter and Materials Physics |
Volume | 83 |
Issue number | 24 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jun 15 2011 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Condensed Matter Physics