Isolated quantum heat engine
Quantum Gases
2012-02-27 v2
Abstract
We present a theoretical and numerical analysis of a quantum system that is capable of functioning as a heat engine. This system could be realized experimentally using cold bosonic atoms confined to a double well potential that is created by splitting a harmonic trap with a focused laser. The system shows thermalization, and can model a reversible heat engine cycle. This is the first demonstration of the operation of a heat engine with a finite quantum heat bath.
Cite
@article{arxiv.1109.1589,
title = {Isolated quantum heat engine},
author = {O. Fialko and D. Hallwood},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1109.1589},
year = {2012}
}
Comments
4 pages, 4 figures