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Tridib Sadhu¹, Satya N Majumdar, David Mukamel

¹Physics of Complex Systems, Weizmann Institute of Science, Rehovot 76100, Israel.

Physical Review. E, Statistical, Nonlinear, and Soft Matter Physics

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Localized drives in diffusive systems create steady-state density and current profiles that decay algebraically in 2D or higher. This behavior mirrors electrostatic dipoles, offering a new understanding of particle interactions and system dynamics.

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Area of Science:

Physics
Statistical Mechanics
Complex Systems

Background:

Diffusive systems are fundamental in physics, describing particle transport.
Localized drives introduce perturbations that alter system behavior.
Understanding steady-state profiles is crucial for predicting long-term system dynamics.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the impact of localized drives on diffusive systems.
To characterize the resulting steady-state density and current profiles.
To establish a theoretical framework for analyzing these perturbed systems.

Main Methods:

Analysis of diffusive systems with localized drives in two or higher dimensions.
Derivation of steady-state density and current profiles.
Establishment of an analogy to electrostatic problems.
Self-consistent solution of an electrostatic problem to determine dipole strength.

Main Results:

Steady-state density and current profiles decay algebraically away from the drive.
A direct analogy is drawn between density profiles and electrostatic potentials (dipoles).
The superposition principle accurately predicts profiles for multiple driving bonds.
The model remains valid even with exclusion interactions between particles.

Conclusions:

Localized drives induce predictable, algebraically decaying profiles in diffusive systems.
Electrostatic analogies provide a powerful tool for understanding these phenomena.
The findings offer insights into particle transport and interactions in complex systems.