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Area of Science:

  • Quantum physics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Quantum information science

Background:

  • Quantum thermal devices offer novel ways to control heat flow.
  • Understanding the role of quantum correlations in thermal transport is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and investigate a quantum thermal diode based on coupled qubits.
  • To explore the influence of internal couplings and reservoir interactions on heat transport.
  • To identify the quantum or classical nature of correlations responsible for thermal rectification.

Main Methods:

  • A theoretical model of a three-qubit system coupled to two reservoirs was developed.
  • Numerical simulations were performed to analyze heat currents and steady-state properties.
  • Quantum correlation measures (entanglement, discord) and classical correlations were calculated.

Main Results:

  • Internal qubit couplings were found to enhance heat currents.
  • Crossing dissipation leads to initial-state-dependent steady states (heat-conducting and heat-resisting).
  • The heat rectification factor is independent of the initial state.
  • Steady states lack quantum entanglement and discord but exhibit classical correlations mirroring rectification.

Conclusions:

  • The designed quantum thermal diode exhibits controllable heat transport properties.
  • Classical correlations play a vital role in achieving heat rectification, surpassing quantum correlations.
  • This work highlights the significance of classical correlations in quantum thermal phenomena.