The Quantum Revolution In Philosophy
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The Quantum Revolution In Philosophy
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Author : Richard Healey
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017-06-03
The Quantum Revolution In Philosophy written by Richard Healey and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-06-03 with Philosophy categories.
Quantum theory launched a revolution in physics. But we have yet to understand the revolution's significance for philosophy. Richard Healey opens a path to such understanding. Most studies of the conceptual foundations of quantum theory first try to interpret the theory - to say how the world could possibly be the way the theory says it is. But, though fundamental, quantum theory is enormously successful without describing the world in its own terms. When properly applied, models of quantum theory offer good advice on the significance and credibility of claims about the world expressed in other terms. This first philosophical lesson of the quantum revolution dissolves the quantum measurement problem. Pragmatist treatments of probability and causation show how quantum theory may be used to explain the non-localized correlations that have been thought to involve "spooky" instantaneous action at a distance. Given environmental decoherence, a pragmatist inferentialist approach to content shows when talk of quantum probabilities is licensed, resolves any residual worries about whether a quantum measurement has a determinate outcome, and solves a dilemma about the ontology of a quantum field theory. This approach to meaning and reference also reveals the nature and limits of objective description in the light of quantum theory. While these pragmatist approaches to probability, causation, explanation and content may be independently motivated by philosophical argument, their successful application here illustrates their practical importance in helping philosophers come to terms with the quantum revolution.
The Physicists View Of Nature Part 2
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Author : Amit Goswami
language : en
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Release Date : 2012-12-06
The Physicists View Of Nature Part 2 written by Amit Goswami 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 2012-12-06 with Science categories.
This book was designed as a textbook for students who need to fill their science requirement. The Quantum Revolution discusses how quantum theory overthrew the objective, materialist and determinist worldviews of classical physics. The text emphasizes how quantum physics may reestablish consciousness as a causal agent in science by delving into quantum non-locality and its implications to society.
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.
Radiation Theory And The Quantum Revolution
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Author : AGASSI
language : de
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Release Date : 2013-03-08
Radiation Theory And The Quantum Revolution written by AGASSI and has been published by Springer-Verlag this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-03-08 with Science categories.
The Second Quantum Revolution
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Author : Lars Jaeger
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2019-01-07
The Second Quantum Revolution written by Lars Jaeger and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-01-07 with Science categories.
This book tells the story of the second quantum revolution which will shape the 21st century as much as the first quantum revolution shaped the 20th century. It provides unique orientation in today's discussion and the latest progress on the interpretation of quantum physics and its further technological potential. As you read this book the first prototypes of this revolution are being built in laboratories worldwide. Super-technologies such as nanotechnology, quantum computers, quantum information processing, and others will soon shape our daily lives, even if physicists themselves continue to disagree on how to interpret the central theory of modern physics. The book will thus also touch on the profound philosophical questions at the heart of quantum mechanics.
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.
Helgoland
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Author : Carlo Rovelli
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2022-05-24
Helgoland written by Carlo Rovelli and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-24 with Science categories.
Named a Best Book of 2021 by the Financial Times and a Best Science Book of 2021 by The Guardian “Rovelli is a genius and an amazing communicator… This is the place where science comes to life.” ―Neil Gaiman “One of the warmest, most elegant and most lucid interpreters to the laity of the dazzling enigmas of his discipline...[a] momentous book” ―John Banville, The Wall Street Journal A startling new look at quantum theory, from the New York Times bestselling author of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics, The Order of Time, and Anaximander. One of the world's most renowned theoretical physicists, Carlo Rovelli has entranced millions of readers with his singular perspective on the cosmos. In Helgoland, he examines the enduring enigma of quantum theory. The quantum world Rovelli describes is as beautiful as it is unnerving. Helgoland is a treeless island in the North Sea where the twenty-three-year-old Werner Heisenberg made the crucial breakthrough for the creation of quantum mechanics, setting off a century of scientific revolution. Full of alarming ideas (ghost waves, distant objects that seem to be magically connected, cats that appear both dead and alive), quantum physics has led to countless discoveries and technological advancements. Today our understanding of the world is based on this theory, yet it is still profoundly mysterious. As scientists and philosophers continue to fiercely debate the meaning of the theory, Rovelli argues that its most unsettling contradictions can be explained by seeing the world as fundamentally made of relationships rather than substances. We and everything around us exist only in our interactions with one another. This bold idea suggests new directions for thinking about the structure of reality and even the nature of consciousness. Rovelli makes learning about quantum mechanics an almost psychedelic experience. Shifting our perspective once again, he takes us on a riveting journey through the universe so we can better comprehend our place in it.
Erwin Schrodinger And The Quantum Revolution
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Author : John Gribbin
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2012-03-29
Erwin Schrodinger And The Quantum Revolution written by John Gribbin and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03-29 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Erwin Schrödinger was an Austrian physicist famous for his contribution to quantum physics. He won the Nobel Prize in 1933 and is best known for his thought experiment of a cat in a box, both alive and dead at the same time, which revealed the seemingly paradoxical nature of quantum mechanics. Schrödinger was working at one of the most fertile and creative moments in the whole history of science. By the time he started university in 1906, Einstein had already published his revolutionary papers on relativity. Now the baton of scientific progress was being passed to a new generation: Werner Heisenberg, Paul Dirac, Niels Bohr, and of course, Schrödinger himself. In this riveting biography John Gribbin takes us into the heart of the quantum revolution. He tells the story of Schrödinger's surprisingly colourful life (he arrived for a position at Oxford University with both his wife and mistress). And with his trademark accessible style and popular touch, he explains the fascinating world of quantum mechanics, which underpins all of modern science.
Physics And Philosophy
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Author : Werner Heisenberg
language : en
Publisher: Harper Perennial Modern Classics
Release Date : 2007-05-08
Physics And Philosophy written by Werner Heisenberg and has been published by Harper Perennial Modern Classics this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-05-08 with Philosophy categories.
Presents German physicist Werner Heisenberg's 1958 text in which he discusses the philosophical implications and social consequences of quantum mechanics and other physical theories.
Helgoland
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Author : Carlo Rovelli
language : en
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Release Date : 2022-05-24
Helgoland written by Carlo Rovelli and has been published by National Geographic Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-24 with Science categories.
Named a Best Book of 2021 by the Financial Times and a Best Science Book of 2021 by The Guardian “Rovelli is a genius and an amazing communicator… This is the place where science comes to life.” ―Neil Gaiman “One of the warmest, most elegant and most lucid interpreters to the laity of the dazzling enigmas of his discipline...[a] momentous book” ―John Banville, The Wall Street Journal A startling new look at quantum theory, from the New York Times bestselling author of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics, The Order of Time, and Anaximander. One of the world's most renowned theoretical physicists, Carlo Rovelli has entranced millions of readers with his singular perspective on the cosmos. In Helgoland, he examines the enduring enigma of quantum theory. The quantum world Rovelli describes is as beautiful as it is unnerving. Helgoland is a treeless island in the North Sea where the twenty-three-year-old Werner Heisenberg made the crucial breakthrough for the creation of quantum mechanics, setting off a century of scientific revolution. Full of alarming ideas (ghost waves, distant objects that seem to be magically connected, cats that appear both dead and alive), quantum physics has led to countless discoveries and technological advancements. Today our understanding of the world is based on this theory, yet it is still profoundly mysterious. As scientists and philosophers continue to fiercely debate the meaning of the theory, Rovelli argues that its most unsettling contradictions can be explained by seeing the world as fundamentally made of relationships rather than substances. We and everything around us exist only in our interactions with one another. This bold idea suggests new directions for thinking about the structure of reality and even the nature of consciousness. Rovelli makes learning about quantum mechanics an almost psychedelic experience. Shifting our perspective once again, he takes us on a riveting journey through the universe so we can better comprehend our place in it.