Limitations of the quantum Jarzynski estimator: boundary switching processes

作者:Teifel J*; Mahler G
来源:European Physical Journal B, 2010, 75(3): 275-283.
DOI:10.1140/epjb/e2010-00145-y

摘要

The Jarzynski relation aims at an estimate of the free energy change along a finite isotherm. Its application in the quantum domain requires a proper choice of substitute processes combined with quantum mechanical (projective) measurements at the beginning and in the end. The Jarzynski relation can be violated by non-unitary processes like those generated by instantaneous constraint switching (boundary switching). For a complementary model space with a moving barrier of arbitrary, but finite height, the Jarzynski relation is fulfilled. However, its application may be limited due to bad statistics.

  • 出版日期2010-6