Logic and thermodynamics: the heat-engine axiomatics of the second law

2003/03/05 by Valery P. Dmitriyev, Dmitriyev, Valery P.
Physics and Astronomy · #FOS: Physical sciences #General Physics (physics.gen-ph) #physics.gen-ph

paper · pdf · doi:10.48550/arxiv.physics/0303017

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arxiv created 2003/03/05 · arxiv updated 2009/12/01

Abstract

We challenge the statement that the principle of Thomson and the principle of Clausius are equivalent. A logical mistake in the supposed textbook proof of their equivalency is indicated. On this account we refine the heat-engine axiomatics. We consider the energy exchange in the configuration comprised of two heat reservoirs and one mechanical device and show explicitly the domains banned by the laws of thermodynamics.

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