Molecular dynamics simulations of the growth of poly(chloro-para-xylylene) films.

ABSTRACT: Parylene C, poly(chloro-para-xylylene) is the most widely used member of the parylene family due to its excellent chemical and physical properties. In this work we analyzed the formation of the parylene C film using molecular mechanics and molecular dynamics methods. A five unit chain is necessary to create a stable hydrophobic cluster and to adhere to a covered surface. Two scenarios were deemed to take place. The obtained results are consistent with a polymer film scaling growth mechanism and contribute to the description of the dynamic growth of the parylene C polymer.

SUBMITTER: Gieldon A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3203227 | biostudies-literature | 2011 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature