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Quantum theory of friction

Journal Article · · Physical Review. A
 [1];  [2]
  1. Department of Physics, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow G4 0NG (United Kingdom)
  2. Department of Physics, Macquarie University, New South Wales 2109 (Australia)
We present a Markovian quantum theory of friction. Our approach is based on the idea that collisions between a Brownian particle and single molecules of the surrounding medium constitute, as far as the particle is concerned, instantaneous simultaneous measurements of its position and momentum.
OSTI ID:
20718053
Journal Information:
Physical Review. A, Journal Name: Physical Review. A Journal Issue: 2 Vol. 72; ISSN 1050-2947; ISSN PLRAAN
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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