Operational modes of a Raman-coupled two-qubit quantum thermal machine
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| author | Alcalá, Alonso Oncebay, Charlie Rojas, Onofre Rojas, Moises |
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| contents | We investigate a quantum thermal machine composed of two qubits coupled through a Raman-induced exchange interaction and driven by inhomogeneous transition frequencies. The system is analyzed within Carnot, Otto, and Stirling thermodynamic cycles, including the Stirling cycle with and without regeneration. We identify the conditions under which the device operates as a heat engine, refrigerator, thermal accelerator, or heater. Efficiency maps and operational-mode diagrams reveal well-defined boundaries in parameter space, governed by the frequency ratio $r=\barω/ω$, the coupling strength $g$, and the thermal gradient between reservoirs. The Carnot cycle exhibits sharp transitions between engine and refrigerator regimes, while the Otto cycle displays a richer structure with the coexistence of all operational modes. The Stirling cycle shows enhanced versatility and performance, particularly when assisted by a regenerator, where near-ideal efficiencies are achieved. Overall, the Raman-type interaction introduces a controllable left-right asymmetry that enables nontrivial manipulation of thermodynamic behavior through frequency tuning. |
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| spellingShingle | Operational modes of a Raman-coupled two-qubit quantum thermal machine Alcalá, Alonso Oncebay, Charlie Rojas, Onofre Rojas, Moises Quantum Physics We investigate a quantum thermal machine composed of two qubits coupled through a Raman-induced exchange interaction and driven by inhomogeneous transition frequencies. The system is analyzed within Carnot, Otto, and Stirling thermodynamic cycles, including the Stirling cycle with and without regeneration. We identify the conditions under which the device operates as a heat engine, refrigerator, thermal accelerator, or heater. Efficiency maps and operational-mode diagrams reveal well-defined boundaries in parameter space, governed by the frequency ratio $r=\barω/ω$, the coupling strength $g$, and the thermal gradient between reservoirs. The Carnot cycle exhibits sharp transitions between engine and refrigerator regimes, while the Otto cycle displays a richer structure with the coexistence of all operational modes. The Stirling cycle shows enhanced versatility and performance, particularly when assisted by a regenerator, where near-ideal efficiencies are achieved. Overall, the Raman-type interaction introduces a controllable left-right asymmetry that enables nontrivial manipulation of thermodynamic behavior through frequency tuning. |
| title | Operational modes of a Raman-coupled two-qubit quantum thermal machine |
| topic | Quantum Physics |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2601.03139 |