scholarly journals A New Understanding of the Origin of Wave-Particle Duality in Quantum Mechanics

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei Fan
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Energy Flow ◽  
Unsolved Problem ◽  
Constant Speed ◽  
Flow Density ◽  
Speed Of Light ◽  
Gravitational Fields ◽  
Constraint Systems ◽  
Wave Particle Duality ◽  
Particle Nature

The wave-particle duality of quantum mechanics has always been an unsolved problem in physics. This article attempts to use one of the properties to explain the other, so as to eliminate the confusion of quantum mechanics probability waves. Specifically, this article finds that the discreteness of energy is the inherent property of all waves, so this article explains the particle nature of light from the perspective of light wave, thereby eliminating the confusion of light’s wave-particle duality; in addition, this article found that microscopic matter particles are only suitable for discussing the number of scattered particles or energy flow density, not their position and momentum, when they are forced to discuss their position and momentum, it will inevitably lead to confusion about probability waves, when only discussing the number of scattered particles or energy flow density, its volatility can be explained from the perspective of particle nature, thereby eliminating the confusion of microscopic matter particle probability waves. When the attribute of light as a wave is established, the light needs to overcome the Hamiltonian of the medium in different constraint systems (gravitational fields) during the propagation process, which will produce a universal redshift phenomenon, this can provide a new understanding of cosmic redshift; when the property of light as a wave is established, it means that the speed of light is a constant speed relative to the medium, which can provide a new understanding of the principle of constant speed of light.

scholarly journals An Effective Interpretation of Wave Function of Microscopic Particles

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Change Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Wave Function ◽  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Unsolved Problem ◽  
Wave Particle Duality

Abstract Because the origin of the wave-particle duality of quantum mechanics has always been an unsolved problem in physics. Therefore, this article attempts to propose a feasible interpretation of the wave-particle duality origin of quantum mechanics in order to eliminate the confusion of probability waves in quantum mechanics.

scholarly journals Observations of On-Demand Quantum Correlation Using Poisson-Distributed Photon Pairs

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sangbae Kim ◽  
Byoung Ham
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Quantum Correlation ◽  
Bell Inequality ◽  
Fundamental Question ◽  
Single Photons ◽  
On Demand ◽  
Wave Nature ◽  
Wave Particle Duality ◽  
Quantum Phenomena ◽  
Particle Nature

Abstract Complementarity or wave-particle duality has been the basis of quantum mechanics over the last century. Since the Hanbury Brown and Twiss experiments in 1956, the particle nature of single photons has been intensively studied for various quantum phenomena such as anticorrelation and Bell inequality violation. Regarding the fundamental question on quantumness or nonclassicality, however, no clear answer exists for what quantum entanglement should be and how to generate it. Here, we experimentally demonstrate the secrete of quantumness using the wave nature of single photons.

Remarks on Some Basic Issues in Quantum Mechanics

1999 ◽  
Vol 54 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
Berthold-Georg Englert
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Physical Meaning ◽  
State Vector ◽  
Undergraduate Teaching ◽  
Teaching Device ◽  
Physical Research ◽  
Wave Particle Duality ◽  
Einstein Podolsky Rosen ◽  
Quantum Erasure ◽  
As If

Abstract Two-way interferometers with which-way detectors are not only of importance in physical research, they are also a useful teaching device. A number of basic issues can be illustrated and discussed, even at the level of undergraduate teaching. Among these issues are: the physical meaning of a state vector; entangled systems; Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen correlations; statistical operators and the as-if realities associated with them; quantum erasure; Schrödinger's cat; and, finally, wave-particle duality.

scholarly journals Gravitational Fields and Gravitational Waves

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tony Yuan
Keyword(s):  
Gravitational Field ◽  
Gravitational Wave ◽  
Gravitational Waves ◽  
Doppler Effect ◽  
Gravitational Force ◽  
Laser Interferometer ◽  
Speed Of Light ◽  
Gravitational Fields ◽  
Light Waves ◽  
Research Questions

The relative velocity between objects with finite velocity affects the reaction between them. This effect is known as general Doppler effect. The Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) discovered gravitational waves and found their speed to be equal to the speed of light c. Gravitational waves are generated following a disturbance in the gravitational field; they affect the gravitational force on an object. Just as light waves are subject to the Doppler effect, so are gravitational waves. This article explores the following research questions concerning gravitational waves: What is the spatial distribution of gravitational waves? Can the speed of a gravitational wave represent the speed of the gravitational field (the speed of the action of the gravitational field upon the object)? What is the speed of the gravitational field? Do gravitational waves caused by the revolution of the Sun affect planetary precession? Can we modify Newton’s gravitational equation through the influence of gravitational waves?

scholarly journals Supreme Theory of Everything

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Wave Function ◽  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Electromagnetic Wave ◽  
Theory Of Relativity ◽  
General Theory Of Relativity ◽  
Wave Particle Duality ◽  
Theory Of Everything ◽  
Parallel Universes ◽  
Celestial Bodies ◽  
Geometric Quantum Mechanics

Not only universe, but everything has general characters as eternal, infinite, cyclic and wave-particle duality. Everything from elementary particles to celestial bodies, from electromagnetic wave to gravity is in eternal motions, which dissects only to circle. Since everything is described only by trigonometry. Without trigonometry and mathematical circle, the science cannot indicate all the beauty of harmonic universe. Other method may be very good, but it is not perfect. Some part is very nice, another part is problematic. General Theory of Relativity holds that gravity is geometric. Quantum Mechanics describes all particles by wave function of trigonometry. In this paper using trigonometry, particularly mathematics circle, a possible version of the unification of partial theories, evolution history and structure of expanding universe, and the parallel universes are shown.

scholarly journals Information’s Relativistic Convey with Matter Wave’s Non-Dispersive Propagation

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-4
Author(s):  
Wang Xinye
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Electron Beam ◽  
Electromagnetic Wave ◽  
Duality Theory ◽  
Relativity Theory ◽  
Matter Wave ◽  
Maximum Value ◽  
Wave Particle Duality ◽  
Dispersive Propagation ◽  
Special Relativity Theory

The Wave-Particle Duality is a basic property of microscopic particles. As a basic concept of quantum mechanics, the wave-particle duality theory from elementary particles to big molecules had been verified by lots of experiments. Different from electromagnetic wave, the matter wave’s propagation is not only fast but also adjustable. According to the special relativity theory, the group velocity with which the overall envelope shape of the wave, namely the related particle’s propagation and information convey speed is changeable with its energy and related wavelength, among which only the energy exceeds over the minimum value, the propagation can be starting and the velocity is not allowed to surpass the maximum value i.e. the light speed in vacuum. Take electron as an example, if the free electron beam gains energy higher than around 8.187×10ˉᴵ⁴J and the related wavelength is shorter than around 5.316×10ˉ³nm, the matter wave with information can start to propagate.  

What Is Light, Really?

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sönke Johnsen
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Physical Properties ◽  
Quantum Entanglement ◽  
Uncertainty Principle ◽  
Modern Theory ◽  
Discrete Energy ◽  
Wave Particle Duality ◽  
The World ◽  
Energy States

This concluding chapter explains that the modern theory of light falls within the field of quantum mechanics. At first glance, quantum mechanics does not seem that strange—its name is based on the fact that light comes in units and that electrons have discrete energy states. It also includes the uncertainty principle, which states that one cannot know certain pairs of physical properties with perfect precision. Moreover, quantum mechanics involves the wave-particle duality of photons. The chapter then explores two of the most unusual aspects of quantum mechanics: two-slit interference and quantum entanglement. Both violate the most fundamental notions about how the world works.

RELATIVITY AND THE SPEED OF LIGHT – A 100 YEAR OLD MISUNDERSTANDING

2006 ◽  
Vol 15 (02) ◽  
pp. 275-283 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. J. ŚWIATECKI
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Special Relativity ◽  
Thought Experiment ◽  
Minkowski Spacetime ◽  
Speed Of Light ◽  
The Past ◽  
Mistaken Belief

I point out a conceptual misunderstanding in the exposition of relativity, namely the mistaken belief that light has something to do with the essence of relativity. This misunderstanding can be clarified by stressing that the content of Special Relativity is simply that "we live in a Minkowski spacetime", together with a thought experiment that illustrates how one could discover this fact without ever mentioning even the existence of light. I also note a recently uncovered implication of living in Minkowski spacetime, namely the Copenhagen reinterpretation of Quantum Mechanics, developed in the past decade.

scholarly journals Emergence of quantum mechanics from a sub-quantum statistical mechanics

2014 ◽  
Vol 28 (26) ◽  
pp. 1450179 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gerhard Grössing
Keyword(s):  
Quantum Mechanics ◽  
Statistical Physics ◽  
Quantum Statistical Mechanics ◽  
Zero Point ◽  
Quantum Mechanical ◽  
Wave Particle Duality ◽  
Classical Wave ◽  
Quantum Statistical ◽  
Mechanical Tool ◽  
Non Locality

A research program within the scope of theories on "Emergent Quantum Mechanics" is presented, which has gained some momentum in recent years. Via the modeling of a quantum system as a non-equilibrium steady-state maintained by a permanent throughput of energy from the zero-point vacuum, the quantum is considered as an emergent system. We implement a specific "bouncer-walker" model in the context of an assumed sub-quantum statistical physics, in analogy to the results of experiments by Couder and Fort on a classical wave-particle duality. We can thus give an explanation of various quantum mechanical features and results on the basis of a "21st century classical physics", such as the appearance of Planck's constant, the Schrödinger equation, etc. An essential result is given by the proof that averaged particle trajectories' behaviors correspond to a specific type of anomalous diffusion termed "ballistic" diffusion on a sub-quantum level. It is further demonstrated both analytically and with the aid of computer simulations that our model provides explanations for various quantum effects such as double-slit or n-slit interference. We show the averaged trajectories emerging from our model to be identical to Bohmian trajectories, albeit without the need to invoke complex wavefunctions or any other quantum mechanical tool. Finally, the model provides new insights into the origins of entanglement, and, in particular, into the phenomenon of a "systemic" non-locality.

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