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Area of Science:

  • Computational physics
  • Fluid dynamics
  • Statistical mechanics

Background:

  • Local thermodynamic equilibrium (LTE) is a fundamental concept in statistical mechanics.
  • Understanding LTE in systems out of equilibrium is crucial for fluid dynamics.
  • Finite-size effects can challenge assumptions of equilibrium in simulations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the validity and robustness of local thermodynamic equilibrium (LTE) in a model fluid system.
  • To determine if LTE holds even under significant nonequilibrium conditions and finite-size effects.
  • To assess the accuracy of measuring thermodynamic properties in nonequilibrium simulations.

Main Methods:

  • Extensive computer simulations of the two-dimensional hard-disk system.
  • Analysis of macroscopic properties and fluctuations under varying conditions.
  • Comparison of results from nonequilibrium simulations with equilibrium simulations.

Main Results:

  • Macroscopic local thermodynamic equilibrium (LTE) is found to be stronger than anticipated, persisting despite finite-size effects.
  • A significant bulk-boundary decoupling phenomenon is observed in fluids out of equilibrium.
  • The equation of state can be accurately measured in simulations far from equilibrium, comparable to equilibrium simulations.
  • Subtle corrections to LTE are identified in total energy fluctuations, indicating nonlocality in the nonequilibrium potential.

Conclusions:

  • Local thermodynamic equilibrium (LTE) is a remarkably robust property in hard-disk fluids, even out of equilibrium.
  • The observed bulk-boundary decoupling enables accurate thermodynamic measurements in nonequilibrium simulations.
  • Corrections to LTE suggest complex, nonlocal behavior in the governing nonequilibrium potential.