Collapse of Determinism

Edmund Taylor Whittaker

Wilfred W. Barkas

James D. Malley

Sang Jae Yun

To resolve the quantum measurement problem, we propose an objective collapse theory in which both the wavefunction and the process of collapse are regarded as ontologically objective. The theory, which we call the entangling-speed-threshold theory, postulates that collapse occurs when the entangling speed of a system reaches a threshold, and the collapse basis is determined so as to eliminate the entangling speed and to minimize its increasing rate. Using this theory, we provide answers to the questions of where and when collapse occurs, how the collapse basis is determined, what systems are (in other words, what the actual tensor product structure is), and what determines the observables. We also explain how deterministic classical dynamics emerges from indeterministic quantum collapse, explaining the quantum-to-classical transition. In addition, we show that the theory guarantees energy conservation to a high accuracy. We apply the theory to a macroscopic flying body such as a bullet in the air, and derive a satisfactory collapse basis that is highly localized in both position and momentum, consistent with our everyday observation. Finally, we suggest an experiment that can verify the theory.

Javed, Mohammad

This paper presents a novel philosophical and quantum-mechanical framework titled “Intentionality as the Fundamental Determinant of Quantum Collapse”. It challenges conventional interpretations of quantum measurement, arguing that collapse is not initiated by observation, time, or repetition, but solely by the presence and qualitative change of resolved intention. Through a detailed analysis of the Quantum Zeno Effect and Wheeler’s Delayed Choice Experiment, the paper demonstrates that intentionality alone determines collapse, distinguishing it from decoherence and clarifying misconceptions in standard interpretations. The work integrates scientific, metaphysical, and ethical perspectives, offering a unified approach that positions conscious agency as the primary determinant of quantum outcomes. It is part of Javed’s Quantum Thought, emphasizing the interplay of will, consciousness, and reality.

Jincheng Zhang

Sequential Quantum State Collapse explores a novel approach to understanding and predicting quantum state collapse, moving beyond traditional guesswork towards a data-driven model. This paper introduces a method for constructing quantum state collapse probabilities by analyzing the dynamic evolution of a complex system and calculating the probabilities of collapse for different states. We propose a statistical analysis framework that leverages the system's dynamics to determine the probabilities of collapse for various outcomes, offering a fundamentally different perspective than current methods. The core mechanism involves quantifying the system's evolution to determine the likelihood of each state collapsing into a particular state. This paper details the methodology, provides an initial analysis of the model's performance, and discusses potential future research directions.