Jarzynski Relation, Fluctuation Theorems, and Stochastic Thermodynamics for Non-Markovian Processes
Statistical Mechanics
2007-09-27 v1
Abstract
We prove the Jarzynski relation for general stochastic processes including non-Markovian systems with memory. The only requirement for our proof is the existence of a stationary state, therefore excluding non-ergodic systems. We then show how the concepts of stochastic thermodynamics can be used to prove further exact non-equilibrium relations like the Crooks relation and the fluctuation theorem on entropy production for non-Markovian dynamics.
Cite
@article{arxiv.0709.2236,
title = {Jarzynski Relation, Fluctuation Theorems, and Stochastic Thermodynamics for Non-Markovian Processes},
author = {Thomas Speck and Udo Seifert},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:0709.2236},
year = {2007}
}
Comments
Accepted for publication in JSM