Comment on "Quantum linear Boltzmann equation with finite intercollision time"

TL;DR

This paper critiques a recent quantum linear Boltzmann equation proposal, highlighting inconsistencies and emphasizing the need for careful formulation in quantum kinetic models.

Contribution

It provides a critical analysis of a recent quantum Boltzmann equation proposal, identifying key inconsistencies and clarifying the theoretical framework.

Findings

Identifies inconsistencies in the proposed quantum Boltzmann equation

Highlights issues with the formulation of quantum kinetic models

Emphasizes importance of rigorous derivation in quantum statistical mechanics

Abstract

Inconsistencies are pointed out in a recent proposal [L. Diosi, Phys. Rev. A 80, 064104 (2009); arXiv:0905.3908v1] for a quantum version of the classical linear Boltzmann equation.