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PIRSA:09090091

Topics in dynamical wave function collapse

APA

Pearle, P. (2009). Topics in dynamical wave function collapse. Perimeter Institute. https://pirsa.org/09090091

Philip Pearle Hamilton College

Talk numberPIRSA:09090091
Talk Type Conference

Abstract

It will be shown how the CSL (continuous spontaneous localization) dynamical collapse equations work. A mathematically equivalent, non-collapse, Hamiltonian formulation will be described, with interpretative differences between it and CSL briefly discussed. A random field engenders collapse in CSL, and particle energies increase due to collapse. Energy of the random field will be treated, such that energy of particles plus field is conserved. A conserved energy-momentum-stress density tensor for the random field will be presented, enabling gravitational applications. Finally, a possible role for collapse in the beginning of the universe is modeled.