Opposite Thermodynamic Arrows of Time

L. S. Schulman
Phys. Rev. Lett. 83, 5419 – Published 27 December 1999
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Abstract

A model in which two weakly coupled systems maintain opposite running thermodynamic arrows of time is exhibited. Each experiences its own retarded electromagnetic interaction and can be seen by the other. The possibility of opposite-arrow systems at stellar distances is explored and a relation to dark matter suggested.

  • Received 24 September 1999

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.83.5419

©1999 American Physical Society

Authors & Affiliations

L. S. Schulman

  • Physics Department, Clarkson University, Potsdam, New York 13699-5820

Comments & Replies

How Many “Arrows of Time” Do We Really Need to Comprehend Statistical Laws?

G. Casati, B. V. Chirikov, and O. V. Zhirov
Phys. Rev. Lett. 85, 896 (2000)

Schulman Replies:

L. S. Schulman
Phys. Rev. Lett. 85, 897 (2000)

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Vol. 83, Iss. 26 — 27 December 1999

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