Physics – Condensed Matter – Statistical Mechanics
Scientific paper
2012-01-03
Phys. Rev. E 85, 031117 (2012)
Physics
Condensed Matter
Statistical Mechanics
4 pages, 3 figures, V2: typos corrected around eq.(12)
Scientific paper
We describe a single-level quantum dot in contact with two leads as a nanoscale finite-time thermodynamic machine. The dot is driven by an external stochastic force that switches its energy between two values. In the isothermal regime, it can operate as a rechargeable battery by generating an electric current against the applied bias in response to the stochastic driving, and re-delivering work in the reverse cycle. This behavior is reminiscent of the Parrondo paradox. If there is a thermal gradient the device can function as a work-generating thermal engine, or as a refrigerator that extracts heat from the cold reservoir via the work input of the stochastic driving. The efficiency of the machine at maximum power output is investigated for each mode of operation, and universal features are identified.
den Broeck Christian Van
Esposito Massimiliano
Kumar Niraj
Lindenberg Katja
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