Year: 2013
Type: preprint
Abstract: Using methods of phenomenological non-equilibrium thermodynamics, the proof is performed that Jarzynski's equality is only valid in the reversible limit and that a conclusion to non-equilibrium inequalities concerning free energy and work is not possible and therefore not allowed.
Source: arXiv (Cornell University)
Author: Muschik, Wolfgang
Language: English
Subfield: Statistical and Nonlinear Physics
Field: Physics and Astronomy
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W1585924176