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Jean-Louis Tane

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arXiv2010

Unless Connected to Relativity the First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics are Incompatible

The first part of this paper is a condensed synthesis of the matter presented in several previous ones. It begins with an argumentation showing that the first and second laws of thermodynamics are incompatible with one another if they are not connected to relativity. The solution proposed consists of inserting the Einstein mass-energy relation into a general equation that associates both laws. The second part deals with some consequences of this new insight and its possible link with gravitation. Despite a slight modification of the usual reasoning, the suggested hypothesis leads to a simplification and extension of the thermodynamic theory and to the idea that relativity is omnipresent around us.

physics.gen-ph↗
arXiv2009

The Ideal Gas Behavior is in Fact Nothing, But a Macroscopic Quantum Mechanical Manifestation

This article mainly consists in the quantum mechanical study of an adiabatically compressed particle, in an infinitely high well, which we conjecture, can be considered as the basis of an ideal gas. Thus we prove that, all the compression energy is, as may be expected, transformed into extra kinetic energy of the particle. This result frames a quantum mechanical definition of an ideal gas. It further helps the elucidation of a paradox.

physics.class-ph↗
arXiv2008

Thermodynamics and Relativity: Possible Consequences of their Close Link

The first part of this paper is a summary of a hypothesis previously advanced, suggesting the existence of a close link between thermodynamics and relativity. The second part is a preliminary comment about some possible consequences in the fields of physics, astronomy and biology.

physics.gen-ph↗
arXiv2007

Thermodynamics and Relativity: A Revised Interpretation of the Concepts of Reversibility and Irreversibility

It is generally admitted in thermodynamics that, for a given change in volume, the work done by a system is greater in conditions of reversibility than in conditions of irreversibility. If the basic conventions of physics are strictly respected, it seems that this proposition needs to be reversed. Beyond this formal aspect, the discussion consolidates the idea that thermodynamics and relativity are closely connected.

physics.gen-ph↗
arXiv2006

An Extended Interpretation of the Thermodynamic Theory Including an Additional Energy Associated with a Decrease in Mass

Although its practical efficiency is unquestionable, the thermodynamic tool presents a slight inconsistency from the theoretical point of view. After exposing arguments, which explain this opinion, a suggestion is put forward to solve the problem. It consists of linking the mass-energy relation d m = m c^{2} to the laws of thermodynamics. This combination results in a clarification of the theory and opens a bridge between thermodynamics and gravitation. It is shown that the submicroscopic consideration, which is based on the cellular concept of the real physical space when the space is treated as the tessellation lattice, indeed strongly supports the idea of a variation in mass in thermodynamic processes.

physics.gen-ph↗
arXiv2005

Thermodynamics and Relativity, A Condensed Explanation of their Close Connection

Although its practical efficiency is unquestionable, it is well known that thermodynamics presents conceptual difficulties from the theoretical point of view. It is shown that the problem comes from an imperfect compatibility between the first law and the second law. The solution suggested consists of connecting thermodynamics with relativity (and, by extension, with gravitation) through the Einstein mass-energy relation.

physics.gen-ph↗