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Journal of Physics Conference Series

Wave-field interpretation of quantum mechanics

Bachtiar Rifai, Dwi Satya Palupi, Muhammad Farchani Rosyid

Published Sep 1, 2023• 0 citations
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Abstract In this paper, we address a gap in the conventional interpretations of quantum mechanics, specifically the requirement for a more comprehensive description of particle and light phenomena. We introduce an alternative interpretation underpinned by the traditional mathematical framework of quantum mechanics, thus ensuring compatibility with established principles. Central to our proposition is the concept that particles and light fundamentally manifest as a ubiquitous wave field, each point of which is imbued with unique energy characteristics. This perspective provides a consistent resolution to the long-standing quantum measurement problem and offers a fresh lens through which to understand the intricacies of phenomena such as the double-slit experiment. Our proposed interpretational approach represents a crucial first step towards more comprehensive research, aiming to provide analytical proof and design experiments that verify this wave field interpretation.

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10.1088/1742-6596/2596/1/012043

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