Korshunov instantons out of equilibrium

M. Titov, D. B. Gutman

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Abstract

Zero-dimensional dissipative action possesses nontrivial minima known as Korshunov instantons. They have been known so far only for imaginary time representation that is limited to equilibrium systems. In this work we reconstruct and generalise Korshunov instantons using real-time Keldysh approach. This allows us to formulate the dissipative action theory for generic nonequilibrium conditions. Possible applications of the theory to transport in strongly biased quantum dots are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Article number155428
JournalPhysical Review B
Volume93
Issue number15
DOIs
StatePublished - 22 Apr 2016

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
  • Condensed Matter Physics

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