Optimization of a relativistic quantum mechanical engine
Statistical Mechanics
2016-10-04 v3
Abstract
We present an optimal analysis for a quantum mechanical engine working between two energy baths within the framework of relativistic quantum mechanics, adopting a first-order correction. This quantum mechanical engine, with the direct energy leakage between the energy baths, consists of two adiabatic and two isoenergetic processes and uses a three-level system of two non-interacting fermions as its working substance. Assuming that the potential wall moves at a finite speed, we derive the expression of power output and, in particular, reproduce the expression for the efficiency at maximum power.
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@article{arxiv.1603.04084,
title = {Optimization of a relativistic quantum mechanical engine},
author = {Francisco J. Peña and Michel Ferré and Pedro Orellana René G. Rojas and P. Vargas},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1603.04084},
year = {2016}
}
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13 pages, 7 figures