Comparing the Models of Steepest Entropy Ascent Quantum Thermodynamics, Master Equation and the Difference Equation for a Simple Quantum System Interacting with Reservoirs

There is increasing interest concerning the details about how quantum systems interact with their surroundings. A number of methodologies have been used to describe these interactions, including Master Equations (ME) based on a system-plus-reservoir (S + R) approach, and more recently, Steepest Entr...

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Main Author: Charles E. Smith
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-05-01
Series:Entropy
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/18/5/176