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Area of Science:

Quantum thermodynamics
Statistical mechanics

Background:

The Otto cycle is a fundamental thermodynamic cycle.
Quantum statistics (bosonic and fermionic) can influence the behavior of working fluids.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the role of quantum statistics in Otto cycle performance.
To analyze how different potentials affect quantum Otto engines.

Main Methods:

Analytical derivation of work distributions for harmonic potentials.
Numerical examination of nonharmonic potentials with varying energy level spacings.

Main Results:

Identical work distributions for bosonic and fermionic fluids in harmonic potentials.
Significant impact of particle statistics and energy level spacing on nonharmonic Otto cycles.

Conclusions:

Quantum statistics play a crucial role in Otto cycle efficiency, particularly with nonharmonic potentials.
Energy level spacing is a key factor determining the influence of quantum statistics.