History and Philosophy of Physics

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[8] viXra:2505.0161 [pdf] submitted on 2025-05-23 09:01:00

The Legitimate and Illegitimate in Physics

Authors: Taha Sochi
Comments: 27 Pages.

Physics is supposed to represent and reflect the reality of the physical world. However, modern physics is full of elements that do not represent or reflect any aspect of the reality of the physical world (or at least this is what they look like). Moreover, it contains theories and models whose representation of the physical reality is questionable. Despite the fact that physics in its theoretical side inevitably contains elements and theories that do not reflect directly the physical reality, there must be some criteria that determine what is allowed (or legitimate from this perspective) and what is not allowed (or illegitimate) of these elements and theories; otherwise physics can lose its status as a subject that acquires its legitimacy as a scientific discipline from representing and reflecting the physical world. In more simple words, we need some criteria that determine what is physical (and hence legitimate) of these elements and theories and what is non-physical (and hence illegitimate, i.e. delusional or metaphysical). The purpose of the present paper is to identify these criteria, but we should admit that identifying these criteria is not an easy or straightforward task. Moreover, the application of these criteria is another difficult task even if we supposedly succeed in identifying these criteria conceptually and theoretically. Therefore, we consider the present paper as a first attempt in identifying these criteria hoping that other researchers in this field contribute to this investigation to improve our suggestions. To be more complete and specific, the present paper will also suggest an initial sample of illegitimate elements and theories as an application of the suggested criteria (considering our previous admission about the additional difficulty of this task).
Category: History and Philosophy of Physics

[7] viXra:2505.0160 [pdf] submitted on 2025-05-23 09:03:01

Complexity of Science Versus Simplicity of Nature

Authors: Taha Sochi
Comments: 15 Pages.

Modern science is the most complicated theoretical structure ever created by mankind (and possibly by any living species in our Universe). This is particularly true in modern physics which represents the most mature and elaborate branch of modern science. Nevertheless, modern science (and physics in particular) seems to make itself more complicated than necessary, and sometimes modern science seems to make itself complicated unnecessarily. This "simplistic" view to science may be supported by the fact that Nature (despite our acknowledgment of its complexity and sophistication at the level of fine details) seems to be governed by some rather simple rules and general laws which may be able (if comprehended and employed correctly) to make our science much simpler than what we actually have. In this article we try to highlight some issues about potential simplification of modern science (and physics in particular) which (i.e. simplification) could be one of the greatest goals and advancements (if achieved) of future science. In our view, the simplification of science is fundamentally related to the issue of unification of physics and the search for the so-called "theory of everything" (i.e. in a sense different to what is currently perceived and envisaged).
Category: History and Philosophy of Physics

[6] viXra:2505.0151 [pdf] submitted on 2025-05-22 20:25:20

The Cosmic Particle Sea Hypothesis:A Foundational Framework for Reinterpreting Space, Time, and Matter

Authors: Miguo Ouyang, Alethea Zhang
Comments: 18 Pages. (Note by viXra Admin: Please cite and list scientific references and submit article written with AI assistance to ai.viXra.org)

This white paper proposes the Cosmic Particle Sea Hypothesis, a unified theoretical framework that redefines space, time, matter, and motion based on structured internal dynamics. Drawing inspiration from the triadic Yin—Yang model of the I Ching, it posits that every unit of reality—particle, field, or organism—is composed of a threefold polarity configuration whose asymmetry generates motion and interaction.The hypothesis reinterprets time as a subjective observational metric, and space not as vacuum, but as a medium composed of microstructured, polar field units. Matter and energy emerge from variations in Yin—Yang composition and purity, leading to the diversity of physical forms. Living systems contain high-purity Yang channels—ling pathways—which are sensitive to energetic disruption by heavy Yin substances, explaining radiation and toxicity phenomena from a structural perspective.Celestial bodies are modeled as internally polarized systems (e.g., stars as Yin—Yin—Yin; planets as Yang—Yang—Yang), whose complementarity accounts for both gravitational attraction and orbital motion. The framework is supported by seven proposed experiments that range from twin-clock tests to quantum interference and space-medium validation.This theory invites collaboration from physicists, philosophers, and experimentalists seeking new ways to test foundational assumptions. It is offered as a metaphysically grounded yet empirically open model of a structured, living, and intelligible cosmos.
Category: History and Philosophy of Physics

[5] viXra:2505.0071 [pdf] submitted on 2025-05-11 20:14:14

Reinterpreting the Double Slit Experiment

Authors: Junichi Hashimoto
Comments: 6 Pages. (Note by viXra Admin: The list of scientific references are not accurate/correct)

The double-slit experiment will teach us that not only light but also electrons can be emitted and their traces will form interference fringes. In its hermeneutics, quantum mechanics denies the reality of objects and describes their behavior only as abstract, coexisting states of probability. In order to change such conventional thinking, I devised new models and hypothesized "Spatial Waves"and "Object Elasticity". It states that the double-slit wall has a "Spatial Processing Function"that changes the nature of the space into a wave. This theory allows for the deterministic treatment of electrons as particles, flying through the air on the wave, passing through either the left or right slit, and landing on the screen. The results of this research will greatly affect not only the fate of the electron, but also the fate of quantum theory.
Category: History and Philosophy of Physics

[4] viXra:2505.0060 [pdf] submitted on 2025-05-09 11:10:59

Hydrogen Spectrum and New Atomic Model

Authors: Junichi Hashimoto
Comments: 9 Pages.

The light emitted from the hydrogen atoms in the Geissler tube is observed as a discrete line spectrum. In order to elucidate such a luminescence mechanism, I devised a new atomic model and adjusted it to fit with the theoretical system (relational physics) that I had previously established. The results are presented in the form of concrete calculations, which are in agreement with the observed data. Through this process, I discovered new phenomena in the microscopic world, such as Object Elasticity and Superluminal Rotation. This will lead to various academic developments and technological applications in the future.
Category: History and Philosophy of Physics

[3] viXra:2505.0031 [pdf] submitted on 2025-05-05 21:46:20

On Barad

Authors: Bruce Rout
Comments: 7 Pages. (Note by viXra Admin: Please cite and list scientific references)

This essay explores the foundational relationship between mathematics, physical law, and existence through a reconsideration of classical and quantum spaces, termed Minkowski and Schrödinger spaces, respectively. Drawing from and critiquing philosophical frameworks such as Karen Barad’s agential realism and Donna Haraway’s situated knowledges, the essay rejects probabilistic interpretations of quantum mechanics and instead asserts that physical laws are expressions of mathematical structure, not merely empirical regularities. Through the analysis of boundary conditions, eigenvalue problems, and the mapping between Schrödinger’s equation and the Einstein field equations, the author argues for a unifying framework rooted in information. The conclusion suggests that the universe is ultimately structured by relationships of information, and that further study of these relationships may reveal deep connections between matter, measurement, beauty, and design.
Category: History and Philosophy of Physics

[2] viXra:2505.0024 [pdf] submitted on 2025-05-04 15:45:48

Gravitational Interaction and the Aristotelian Act—Potency Distinction

Authors: Jan Sova
Comments: 5 Pages.

This article examines the hypothesis that gravitational interaction, unlike electromagnetic or nuclear forces, does not involve a transition from potency (being in potency) to act (being in act) and back. Drawing on Aristotelian ontology, this work argues that gravitational influence may be exerted by matter that remains, at least partially, in potency - without undergoing actualization or change of form. This ontological feature may explain why gravitational interaction eludes particle detection and why no mediating particle, such as the graviton, has been observed.
Category: History and Philosophy of Physics

[1] viXra:2505.0008 [pdf] submitted on 2025-05-01 17:30:03

QuantumGravity: Extending the Stress-Energy Tensor

Authors: Jan Sova
Comments: 10 Pages. (Note by viXra Admin: Please submit article written with AI assistance to ai.viXra.org)

This paper proposes a modification of Einstein’s field equations to include an additional tensor that represents the gravitational influence of matter in the mode of potency (textsc{being in potency}), as defined in a prior ontological framework. Assuming that certain quantum systems before measurement exist in a non-actual but real and structured state, the paper introduces a potentiality energy-momentum tensor alongside the classical tensor T. As a physical consequence, the article presents a revised model of black holes in which matter inside the event horizon transitions into a gravitationally effective potent state, avoiding singularities while preserving external field behavior. This approach offers a new avenue for reconciling general relativity with quantum ontological constraints.
Category: History and Philosophy of Physics