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Feynman's Ratchet and Pawl.

Authors :
Magnasco, Marcelo
Stolovitzky, Gustavo
Source :
Journal of Statistical Physics; Nov1998, Vol. 93 Issue 3/4, p615-632, 18p
Publication Year :
1998

Abstract

While many papers in the last few years have dealt with various equations euphemistically called “ratchets,” the original Feyman two-temperature setup has been left largely unchallenged. We present here a look at the details of how this famous engine actually generates motion from a temperature difference. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00224715
Volume :
93
Issue :
3/4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Journal of Statistical Physics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
49864089
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1023/B:JOSS.0000033245.43421.14