A Wiener integral model for stiff polymer chains

摘要

A Wiener integral model for stiff polymer chains is developed following the approach of Bixon and Zwanzig. The model is mathematically tractable yet retains the general physics of the crossover between a flexible chain and a rod. Previous approaches to this problem are reviewed and compared to this model in the context of their applicability to the study of nonideal stiff polymer chains.