Phase-field/discontinuity capturing operator for direct van der waals simulation (DVS)

Key Points

• The developed operator enhances the phase-field approach by efficiently capturing discontinuities.
• Using the new method, significant improvements in simulation accuracy were observed for van der waals interactions.
• Analysis through computational modeling demonstrates the operator's capability in handling complex material behaviors.
• This approach may enable advancements in material science and engineering applications, specifically in modeling interactions.