How to model hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) monolayer using VESTA? [TUTORIAL]

Welcome to this detailed tutorial on how to build and create an hBN (hexagonal Boron Nitride) monolayer structure using VESTA. Whether you are new to VESTA or looking to enhance your understanding of material modeling, this step-by-step guide will take you through everything you need to know. In this video, you will learn: 👉How to obtain starting structure files from materials project database 👉Techniques to adjust visualization settings for a clear and accurate representation. 👉Steps to create supercells and tailor the dimensions of your structure. 👉How to add vacuum? We use a real-world example of an hBN monolayer to demonstrate these steps. By the end of this video, you will have a clear understanding of how to utilize VESTA for your materials science projects. Important Links: RIPER Tools for Turbomole: https://ripertools.turbomole.org/ hBN Monolayer CIF File: https://www.bragitoff.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/hBN_monolayer_unit_cell.cif hBN Monolayer VASP (POSCAR) File: https://www.bragitoff.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/hBN_monolayer_unit_cell.vasp hBN Monolayer (5x5 Supercell) VASP (POSCAR) File: https://www.bragitoff.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/hBN_monolayer_5x5_unit_cell.vasp More tutorials on VESTA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JDFcPM2iEI&list=PLUhYFZgYOn8fMK21B5DbP0f5ROYYQ2aX3 Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to hBN Monolayer and VESTA 1:45 - Loading the CIF file into VESTA 3:30 - Adjusting visualization settings for clarity 5:00 - Creating supercells (e.g., 5x5 unit cell) 7:15 - Exporting files and saving images 8:40 - Tips for customizing the appearance of structures Connect with Me: Website: https://manas.bragitoff.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manassharma07/ Twitter: https://x.com/ManasSharma07 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more tutorials on computational materials science and visualization tools!