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Bohm’s version of quantum mechanics

Mar 2, 20160 citations

Can de Broglie–Bohm Mechanics Be Considered Complete?

Aurélien Drezet, Arnaud Amblard

In this work celebrating the centenary of quantum mechanics, we review the principles of the de Broglie-Bohm theory (dBB), also known as pilot-wave theory. We assess the most common reading of it (the Nomological interpretation based on the notion of primitive ontology in tridimensional space) and defend instead a more causal and pluralistic approach, drawing on classical analogies with optics and hydrodynamics. Within this framework, we review some of the approaches exploiting mechanical analogies to overcome the limitations of the current dBB theory and perhaps quantum mechanics itself.In this work celebrating the centenary of quantum mechanics, we review the principles of the de Broglie-Bohm theory (dBB), also known as pilot-wave theory. We assess the most common reading of it (the Nomological interpretation based on the notion of primitive ontology in tridimensional space) and defend instead a more causal and pluralistic approach, drawing on classical analogies with optics and hydrodynamics. Within this framework, we review some of the approaches exploiting mechanical analogies to overcome the limitations of the current dBB theory and perhaps quantum mechanics itself.

EntropyApr 8, 20254 citations

Quantum Mechanics: From Bohr to Bohm

Science & technology education libraryFeb 7, 20090 citations

Can Quantum Mechanics Solve the Hard Problem of Consciousness?

Basil J. Hiley, Paavo Pylkkänen

Abstract The paper proposes that quantum theory implies a radically new notion of matter which has not been properly understood before David Bohm’s groundbreaking work. Bohm proposed that the fundamental particles of physics (such as electrons) are not merely pushed around mechanically by classical forces but are also able to respond to information. Information is thus assumed to be an objective commodity which can exist independently of the human mind and which actively guides or instructs physical processes. This notion of active information also applies in computational, biological and psychological phenomena, thus helping us to understand how the mental and the physical sides of reality are related. It may even help us to understand the nature of conscious experience. The latter part of the paper considers the deeper mathematical and physical background of quantum theory and suggests that we need to revise our basic assumptions about quantum objects, such as the role of the wave function.Abstract The paper proposes that quantum theory implies a radically new notion of matter which has not been properly understood before David Bohm’s groundbreaking work. Bohm proposed that the fundamental particles of physics (such as electrons) are not merely pushed around mechanically by classical forces but are also able to respond to information. Information is thus assumed to be an objective commodity which can exist independently of the human mind and which actively guides or instructs physical processes. This notion of active information also applies in computational, biological and psychological phenomena, thus helping us to understand how the mental and the physical sides of reality are related. It may even help us to understand the nature of conscious experience. The latter part of the paper considers the deeper mathematical and physical background of quantum theory and suggests that we need to revise our basic assumptions about quantum objects, such as the role of the wave function.

Työväentutkimus VuosikirjaJul 18, 20221 citation

Bohm Interpretation of Quantum Mechanics

Basil J. Hiley

Compendium of Quantum PhysicsJan 1, 20093 citations

Probability Zero in Bohm’s Theory

Meir Hemmo, Orly Shenker

We describe two anomalies in Bohm’s quantum theory that shed light on the notion of probability zero in quantum mechanics. In one anomaly the preferred reference frame may be discovered.

Philosophy of ScienceDec 1, 20135 citations

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