by Thomas Lee Abshier | Mar 23, 2025 | Physics, Quantum Mechanics
The Measurement Problem by Thomas Lee Abshier, ND 3/23/2025 The Measurement Problem in quantum mechanics is a fundamental and unresolved issue that arises from the apparent disconnect between the mathematical formalism of quantum mechanics and the process of...
by Thomas Lee Abshier | Mar 23, 2025 | Physics, Quantum Mechanics
The EPR Paper and Entanglement by Thomas Lee Abshier, ND 3/23/2025 The famous 1935 EPR paper refers to the seminal work by Albert Einstein, Boris Podolsky, and Nathan Rosen, titled “Can Quantum-Mechanical Description of Physical Reality Be Considered...
by Thomas Lee Abshier | Mar 23, 2025 | Physics, Quantum Mechanics
Wave Particle Duality by Thomas Lee Abshier, ND 3/25/2025 Wave-particle duality is a cornerstone of quantum mechanics and describes how particles such as photons and electrons exhibit both particle-like and wave-like behavior depending on the experimental setup. While...
by Thomas Lee Abshier | Mar 13, 2025 | Field Theory, Physics
The Distinction between a Photon and Radio Wave by Thomas Lee Abshier, ND 3/12/25 Thomas, question: Is there any quantum entanglement or bonding between the various parts of a long radio wave? For example, two photons are bound by quantum entanglement when they are...
by Thomas Lee Abshier | Mar 12, 2025 | Physics, Relativity
Time Dilation as a Result of Acceleration by Thomas Lee Abshier, ND 3/12/2025 Consider an experiment. A rocket is launched with a twin on board and one who stays behind. This familiar setup is known as the Twin Paradox. In this scenario, assume the rocket leaves...
by Thomas Lee Abshier | Mar 12, 2025 | Physics, Relativity
Local Evidence of Special Relativity with Rocket Acceleration by Thomas Lee Abshier, ND 3/12/2025 Consider a rocket frame as it accelerates at 1G to .999999c from Earth. As it accelerates, the fuel will gradually acquire additional mass as the rocket accelerates to a...
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