Abstract
In nonequilibrium states, the entropy is reduced from its maximum thermodynamic equilibrium value by virtue of an external energy supply. Such states are characterized by a higher ordering compared to the equilibrium. Human beings represent the highest level of nonequilibrium state, at least in the known part of the Universe. Other physical systems are also well-known, for example, quantum generators, e.g., lasers. Their operation requires a high level of deviation from equilibrium called inverse population. In turn, states out of equilibrium require energy influx for their maintenance, i.e., they should be open systems. In this short review we describe in the form of dialogue between Prof. A. M. Gulian and his younger colleagues Dr. Rajendra Dulal, Dr. Serafim Teknowijoyo and Dr. Sara Chahid the task of achieving inverse population in superconductors. Then, the dialogue moves towards experimental consequences that nonequilibrium superconductors can yield. These include topics related with deeper understanding of mechanisms of superconductivity in novel materials, in particular related to the “glue” which pairs electrons in Cooper pairs. Such understanding will facilitate development of Bose-field quantum generators like lasers, and coherent acoustic as well as paramagnon quantum sources, none of which are yet realized in nonequilibrium superconductors.
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