Lattice models of surfactant systems

Lattice models of surfactant systems are reviewed with particular emphasis on results which have been obtained by computer simulation. The use of a lattice model allows a study of the statistical mechanics of a much larger number of molecules than is possible with models using more realistic potentials. The lattice models exhibit self assembly of the phases observed in real systems from random starting configurations. The spin site models and lattice chain models are reviewed. More detailed results are presented for one particular lattice chain model system.