arXiv:1306.6071

Invariance of Spooky Action at a Distance in Quantum Entanglement under Lorentz Transformation

Sharifi, Mohammad

Published Jun 25, 2013• 0 citations

Abstract

We study the mechanism by which the particle-antiparticle entangled state collapses instantaneously at a distance. By making two key assumptions, we are able to show not only that instantaneous collapse of a wave function at a distance is possible but also that it is an invariant quantity under Lorentz transformation and compatible with relativity. In addition, we will be able to detect in which situation a many-body entangled system exhibits the maximum collapse speed among its entangled particles. Finally we suggest that every force in nature acts via entanglement.

DOI: 10.48550/arxiv.1306.6071

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