arXiv:quant-ph/0307117

An Extra Dimensional Approach of Entanglement

Axel J. J. Dietrich, W. Been

Published Jul 17, 2003• 1 citation

Abstract

Motivated by the apparent lack of a workable hypothesis we developed a model to describe phenomena such as entanglement and the EPR-paradox. In the model we propose the existence of extra hidden dimensions. Through these dimensions it will be possible for particles, which originate from one source, to remain connected. This connection results in an instantaneous reaction of one particle when the other particle is manipulated. We imagine entanglement in such a model. The results of the experiments which have been performed on this item do not contradict with the existence of the extra dimension(s). In addition, the model opens the possibility to unify the theory of quantum mechanics, gravitation and the general theory of relativity.

DOI: 10.48550/arxiv.quant-ph/0307117

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