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A Geometric Band Model of the Photon: A Structural Extension of Quantum State Representation and Measurement.

Dirk Halbich

Published Mar 18, 2026• 0 citations
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This work introduces a geometric band model of the photon as a structural extension of quantum mechanics. The model distinguishes between a timeless internal state and its spacetime wave representation and predicts measurable deviations in weak measurement regimes, specifically an increased interference visibility.
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10.5281/zenodo.19082527

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