https://doi.org/10.1140/epjst/e2007-00371-8
Quantum thermodynamic Otto machines: A spin-system approach
Institute of Theoretical Physics I, Universität Stuttgart, Pfaffenwaldring 57, 70550 Stuttgart, Germany
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Abstract
An overview of the realization of an Otto cycle in the quantum regime is given. A detailed description of the involved steps and the efficiency is derived for a quantum machine consisting of a single spin. Within this approach it is possible to understand what happens when the Otto efficiency reaches the Carnot efficiency. The establishment of the Otto cycle in quite a different scenario like that of algorithmic cooling is indicated.
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