In this work, we present a master equation approach to simulating DC transport through single electron transistors and quantum dots suitable for an upper-division undergraduate computational physics project. After introducing the basic theory describing transport through quantum dots, we present a simulation of the simple case of a metallic dot including effects due to the finite temperature of the leads. Building on this example, we simulate published data with orbital and spin states. We envision students building on these simulations to replicate other data in the published literature. Projects of this type would be suitable for an undergraduate independent study or computational project and will give students a strong introduction to the topic of transport through quantum dots without the need for expensive cryogenic and electrical measurement systems or device fabrication necessary for experimental work.

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通过量子点传输：通过主方程模拟进行介绍

在这项工作中，我们提出了一种主方程方法，用于模拟通过单电子晶体管和量子点的直流输运，适用于高年级本科计算物理项目。在介绍了描述通过量子点传输的基本理论之后，我们介绍了一个金属点的简单情况的模拟，包括由于引线的有限温度而产生的影响。在此示例的基础上，我们模拟具有轨道和自旋状态的已发布数据。我们设想学生将基于这些模拟来复制已发表文献中的其他数据。