The Principle of Least Action for Reversible Thermodynamic Processes and Cycles
The principle of least action, which is usually applied to natural phenomena, can also be used in optimization problems with manual intervention. Following a brief introduction to the brachistochrone problem in classical mechanics, the principle of least action was applied to the optimization of rev...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2018-07-01
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| Series: | Entropy |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1099-4300/20/7/542 |