Non-Markovian dynamics of quantum systems. I. Formalism and transport coefficients

Abstract

Generalized Langevin equations and fluctuation-dissipation relations are derived for the case of a nonlinear non-Markovian noise. The explicit expressions for the time-dependent friction and diffusion coefficients are presented for the case of general and linear couplings in the coordinate and momentum between the collective harmonic oscillator and heat bath. The long-time tails of correlation functions are investigated in the low- and high-temperature regimes of dissipation for different couplings. The Onsager's regression hypothesis is discussed for the non-Markovian dynamics. The Lindblad theory is justified on the basis of the microscopical model.