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Theories of Relativistic Dissipative Fluid Dynamics
Gabriel S Rocha1,2,3, David Wagner3,4, Gabriel S Denicol2
1Department of Physics and Astronomy, Vanderbilt University, 1221 Stevenson Center Lane, Nashville, TN 37212, USA.
Entropy (Basel, Switzerland)
|March 28, 2024
Summary
Formulating causal and stable relativistic dissipative fluid dynamics is challenging. This review assesses various theories for relativistic dissipative fluid dynamics used in high-energy physics and astrophysics.
Area of Science:
- Physics
- Astrophysics
- Nuclear Physics
Background:
- Relativistic dissipative fluid dynamics is crucial for high-energy nuclear physics and astrophysics.
- Developing causal and stable theories has been a long-standing challenge for over 50 years.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an overview of the field of relativistic dissipative fluid dynamics.
- To comparatively assess existing theories for relativistic dissipative fluid dynamics.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of established and proposed theories.
- Comparative analysis of theoretical frameworks and their applications.
Main Results:
- Identification of key challenges in formulating causal and stable theories.
- Assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of various relativistic dissipative fluid dynamics models.
Conclusions:
- The review offers a comprehensive comparison of different theoretical approaches.
- Understanding these theories is vital for advancing research in high-energy physics and astrophysics.
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