PHY‑11: Intention Influence on Laser Emission Spectrum – Version 1.1 (Hardened)

Vadim Streltsov

Published Aug 4, 2026• 0 citations

Abstract

Protocol PHY‑11 v1.1 implements the unified metrological framework of Protocol 9.0 to test the claimed ability of human intention to alter the emission spectrum of a laser. Version 1.1 introduces independent wavelength meters for each laser, acoustic enclosures and increased operator distance (5 m), real‑time monitoring of back‑reflections, and a hysteresis test in the pilot phase to verify that the system is free from irreversible drifts. The protocol is designed for specialised optical laboratories with ultra‑stable lasers, high‑precision frequency metrology, and rigorous environmental control. Triple blinding, calibration perturbations, multiverse analysis, and a Minimum Detectable Effect (MDE) of 5σ above the Allan‑derived noise floor establish an uncompromising standard.

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.21791271

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