The Dissipative Order Extension of the Second Law of Thermodynamics

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Authors: Rudolf Schaefer
DOI: 10.17605/osf.io/q4ekh
Cited by: 5

Abstract

his working paper proposes a formal framework for a dissipative order balance under the second law of thermodynamics. It preserves the classical entropy condition and introduces a probabilistic, falsifiable order condition for open dissipative systems. The framework is conceptual-formal and includes an empirical validation roadmap, but does not yet claim full empirical validation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Statistical Mechanics and Entropy Advanced Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics Complex Systems and Dynamics

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Journal / source
OSF Preprints (OSF Preprints)
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint