Concepts Of Quantum Philosophy
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Concepts Of Quantum Philosophy
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Author : Bruno Del Medico
language : it
Publisher: Bruno Del Medico Editore
Release Date : 2024-03-17
Concepts Of Quantum Philosophy written by Bruno Del Medico and has been published by Bruno Del Medico Editore this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-03-17 with Science categories.
Welcome to the fascinating world of quantum philosophy! In this book we will immerse ourselves in the complex web of ideas that make up quantum philosophy, trying to reconcile the vision of a universe made up of individual "things" with that of a holistic universe, in which "Everything is One". Through the chapters of this book we will explore the rich insights of the great thinkers and scientists who contributed to the formation of this discipline, and we will seek to find common ground between the seemingly conflicting perspectives. In the first chapter (The intricate fabric of quantum philosophy) we will delve into the complexity of the topic. We will explore the conceptual foundations of this discipline, such as Heisenberg's uncertainty principle and the role of the observer in the measurement process. We will reveal the challenge to classical scientific notions and the opening of new possibilities for understanding the universe. In the second chapter (The atomistic view and experimental relativity) we will examine the evolution of our understanding through Einstein's experimental relativity. We will explore the influence of these theories on our conception of a universe made up of individual "things" and the limits of this reductionist vision. In the third chapter (The quantum revolution and Heisenberg's uncertainty principle) we will analyze how the discovery of elementary particles and the crisis of determinism led to the need for a new perspective on reality. We will delve into the philosophical implications of the uncertainty principle and how this has helped redefine our concept of causality. In the fourth chapter (The Universe as a Quantum Wave) we will explore Max Planck's quantum theory and his explanation of the wave nature of particles. We will analyze how this theory challenges us to consider the universe in terms of probability and the continuous flow of energy. In the fifth chapter (Quantum Interconnection) we will delve into quantum entanglement and its implications for understanding the universe as a fully connected and holistic system. We will explore the notion of "All is One" and how this can offer a deeper insight into reality. In the sixth chapter (Our perception and quantum reality) we will explore the limitedness of our senses and how this affects our objective understanding. We will analyze the theory of the "Knower" and its role in influencing reality itself, opening the doors to a more unified and dynamic vision. In the seventh chapter (The Universe as Dynamic Interaction) we will examine the universe as a constantly interacting system. We will delve deeper into the concept of dynamic interaction, and how each of us has a role in shaping reality. We will explore human responsibility and the opportunity to influence our environment in positive ways. In the conclusion, we will summarize the notions of quantum philosophy explored in the book. We will recognize that the vision of a universe made of "things" and that of a holistic universe are not necessarily in conflict, but can be understood as complementary perspectives to embrace a unified vision of the world. We will emphasize the importance of open-mindedness, ongoing inquiry, and philosophical exploration in our quest for a deeper understanding of the fabric of the universe.
Compendium Of Quantum Physics
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Author : Daniel Greenberger
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2009-07-25
Compendium Of Quantum Physics written by Daniel Greenberger and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-07-25 with Science categories.
With contributions by leading quantum physicists, philosophers and historians, this comprehensive A-to-Z of quantum physics provides a lucid understanding of key concepts of quantum theory and experiment. It covers technical and interpretational aspects alike, and includes both traditional and new concepts, making it an indispensable resource for concise, up-to-date information about the many facets of quantum physics.
The Quantum World
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Author : Bernard d'Espagnat
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2017-05-08
The Quantum World written by Bernard d'Espagnat and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-05-08 with Science categories.
In this largely nontechnical book, eminent physicists and philosophers address the philosophical impact of recent advances in quantum physics. These are shown to shed new light on profound questions about realism, determinism, causality or locality. The participants contribute in the spirit of an open and honest discussion, reminiscent of the time when science and philosophy were inseparable. After the editors’ introduction, the next chapter reveals the strangeness of quantum mechanics and the subsequent discussions examine our notion of reality. The spotlight is then turned to the topic of decoherence. Bohm’s theory is critically examined in two chapters, and the relational interpretation of quantum mechanics is likewise described and discussed. The penultimate chapter presents a proposal for resolving the measurement problem, and finally the topic of loop quantum gravity is presented by one of its founding fathers, Carlo Rovelli. The original presentations and discussions on which this volume is based took place under the auspices of the French “Académie des Sciences Morales et Politiques”. The book will appeal to everybody interested in knowing how our description of the world is impacted by the results of the most powerful and successful theory that physicists have ever built.
Quantum Theory Concepts And Methods
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Author : A. Peres
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2006-06-01
Quantum Theory Concepts And Methods written by A. Peres and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-06-01 with Science categories.
There are many excellent books on quantum theory from which one can learn to compute energy levels, transition rates, cross sections, etc. The theoretical rules given in these books are routinely used by physicists to compute observable quantities. Their predictions can then be compared with experimental data. There is no fundamental disagreement among physicists on how to use the theory for these practical purposes. However, there are profound differences in their opinions on the ontological meaning of quantum theory. The purpose of this book is to clarify the conceptual meaning of quantum theory, and to explain some of the mathematical methods which it utilizes. This text is not concerned with specialized topics such as atomic structure, or strong or weak interactions, but with the very foundations of the theory. This is not, however, a book on the philosophy of science. The approach is pragmatic and strictly instrumentalist. This attitude will undoubtedly antagonize some readers, but it has its own logic: quantum phenomena do not occur in a Hilbert space, they occur in a laboratory.
Quantum Philosophy
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Author : Roland Omnès
language : en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date : 2002-02-25
Quantum Philosophy written by Roland Omnès and has been published by Princeton University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-02-25 with Science categories.
In this magisterial work, Roland Omnès takes us from the academies of ancient Greece to the laboratories of modern science as he seeks to do no less than rebuild the foundations of the philosophy of knowledge. One of the world's leading quantum physicists, Omnès reviews the history and recent development of mathematics, logic, and the physical sciences to show that current work in quantum theory offers new answers to questions that have puzzled philosophers for centuries: Is the world ultimately intelligible? Are all events caused? Do objects have definitive locations? Omnès addresses these profound questions with vigorous arguments and clear, colorful writing, aiming not just to advance scholarship but to enlighten readers with no background in science or philosophy. The book opens with an insightful and sweeping account of the main developments in science and the philosophy of knowledge from the pre-Socratic era to the nineteenth century. Omnès then traces the emergence in modern thought of a fracture between our intuitive, commonsense views of the world and the abstract and--for most people--incomprehensible world portrayed by advanced physics, math, and logic. He argues that the fracture appeared because the insights of Einstein and Bohr, the logical advances of Frege, Russell, and Gödel, and the necessary mathematics of infinity of Cantor and Hilbert cannot be fully expressed by words or images only. Quantum mechanics played an important role in this development, as it seemed to undermine intuitive notions of intelligibility, locality, and causality. However, Omnès argues that common sense and quantum mechanics are not as incompatible as many have thought. In fact, he makes the provocative argument that the "consistent-histories" approach to quantum mechanics, developed over the past fifteen years, places common sense (slightly reappraised and circumscribed) on a firm scientific and philosophical footing for the first time. In doing so, it provides what philosophers have sought through the ages: a sure foundation for human knowledge. Quantum Philosophy is a profound work of contemporary science and philosophy and an eloquent history of the long struggle to understand the nature of the world and of knowledge itself.
Quantum Physics Without Quantum Philosophy
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Author : Detlef Dürr
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2012-11-06
Quantum Physics Without Quantum Philosophy written by Detlef Dürr and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-11-06 with Science categories.
It has often been claimed that without drastic conceptual innovations a genuine explanation of quantum interference effects and quantum randomness is impossible. This book concerns Bohmian mechanics, a simple particle theory that is a counterexample to such claims. The gentle introduction and other contributions collected here show how the phenomena of non-relativistic quantum mechanics, from Heisenberg's uncertainty principle to non-commuting observables, emerge from the Bohmian motion of particles, the natural particle motion associated with Schrödinger's equation. This book will be of value to all students and researchers in physics with an interest in the meaning of quantum theory as well as to philosophers of science.
On Physics And Philosophy
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Author : Bernard d'Espagnat
language : en
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Release Date : 2021-12-07
On Physics And Philosophy written by Bernard d'Espagnat and has been published by Princeton University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-12-07 with Science categories.
Among the great ironies of quantum mechanics is not only that its conceptual foundations seem strange even to the physicists who use it, but that philosophers have largely ignored it. Here, Bernard d'Espagnat argues that quantum physics--by casting doubts on once hallowed concepts such as space, material objects, and causality-demands serious reconsideration of most of traditional philosophy. On Physics and Philosophy is an accessible, mathematics-free reflection on the philosophical meaning of the quantum revolution, by one of the world's leading authorities on the subject. D'Espagnat presents an objective account of the main guiding principles of contemporary physics-in particular, quantum mechanics-followed by a look at just what consequences these should imply for philosophical thinking. The author begins by describing recent discoveries in quantum physics such as nonseparability, and explicating the significance of contemporary developments such as decoherence. Then he proceeds to set various philosophical theories of knowledge--such as materialism, realism, Kantism, and neo-Kantism--against the conceptual problems quantum theory raises. His overall conclusion is that while the physical implications of quantum theory suggest that scientific knowledge will never truly describe mind-independent reality, the notion of such an ultimate reality--one we can never access directly or rationally and which he calls "veiled reality"--remains conceptually necessary nonetheless.
Conceptual Foundations Of Quantum Physics
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Author : Dipankar Home
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2013-06-29
Conceptual Foundations Of Quantum Physics written by Dipankar Home and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-06-29 with Science categories.
It may tum out that, like certain other phenomena studied by sociologists, bouts of interest in the foundations of quantum mechanics tend to come in 60-year cycles. It is hardly surprising that in the first decade or so of the subject the conceptual puzzles generated by this strange new way of looking at the world should have generated profound interest, not just among professional physicists themselves but also among philosophers and informed laymen; but this intense interest was followed by a fallow period in the forties and fifties when the physics establishment by and large took the view that the only puzzles left were the product either of incompetent application of the formalism or of bad philosophy, and only a few brave individualists like the late David Bohm dared to suggest that maybe there really was something there after all to worry about. As Bell and Nauenberg, surveying the scene in 1966, put it: "The typical physicist feels that [these questions 1 have long ago been answered, and that he will fully understand how if ever he can spare twenty minutes to think about it. " But gradually, through the sixties and seventies, curiosity did revive, and the last ten years or so have seen a level of interest in foundational questions, and an involvement in them by some of the leading figures of contemporary physics, which is probably unparalleled since the earliest days.
Conceptual Foundations Of Quantum Mechanics
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Author : Bernard D'espagnat
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2018-03-05
Conceptual Foundations Of Quantum Mechanics written by Bernard D'espagnat and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-05 with Science categories.
Conceptual Foundations of Quantum Mechanics provides a detailed view of the conceptual foundations and problems of quantum physics, and a clear and comprehensive account of the fundamental physical implications of the quantum formalism. This book deals with nonseparability, hidden variable theories, measurement theories and several related problems. Mathematical arguments are presented with an emphasis on simple but adequately representative cases. The conclusion incorporates a description of a set of relationships and concepts that could compose a legitimate view of the world.
Quantum Causality
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Author : Peter J. Riggs
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2009-06-05
Quantum Causality written by Peter J. Riggs and has been published by Springer Science & Business Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-06-05 with Science categories.
There is no sharp dividing line between the foundations of physics and philosophy of physics. This is especially true for quantum mechanics. The debate on the interpretation of quantum mechanics has raged in both the scientific and philosophical communities since the 1920s and continues to this day. (We shall understand the unqualified term ‘quantum mechanics’ to mean the mathematical formalism, i. e. laws and rules by which empirical predictions and theoretical advances are made. ) There is a popular rendering of quantum mechanics which has been publicly endorsed by some well known physicists which says that quantum mechanics is not only 1 more weird than we imagine but is weirder than we can imagine. Although it is readily granted that quantum mechanics has produced some strange and counter-intuitive results, the case will be presented in this book that quantum mechanics is not as weird as we might have been led to believe! The prevailing theory of quantum mechanics is called Orthodox Quantum Theory (also known as the Copenhagen Interpretation). Orthodox Quantum Theory endows a special status on measurement processes by requiring an intervention of an observer or an observer’s proxy (e. g. a measuring apparatus). The placement of the observer (or proxy) is somewhat arbitrary which introduces a degree of subjectivity. Orthodox Quantum Theory only predicts probabilities for measured values of physical quantities. It is essentially an instrumental theory, i. e.