The Measurement Problem: the return :-)

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The forum discussion centers on the Measurement Problem in quantum mechanics, specifically referencing a related thread on s.p.r. and a previous discussion on Physics Forums. Participants, including Patrick and Don, express interest in the implications of decoherence and the role of knowledge in wave function collapse. The conversation highlights the ongoing exploration of these concepts within the quantum physics community.

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I would like to draw your attention to a thread, running on s.p.r., which is closely related to what has been discussed in the (now defunt) thread on the Measurement Problem:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=75679&page=1&pp=15

cheers,
Patrick.
 
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vanesch said:
I would like to draw your attention to a thread, running on s.p.r., which is closely related to what has been discussed in the (now defunt) thread on the Measurement Problem:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=75679&page=1&pp=15

cheers,
Patrick.

Thanks, I'll check it out tonight.
 
vanesch said:
I would like to draw your attention to a thread, running on s.p.r., which is closely related to what has been discussed in the (now defunt) thread on the Measurement Problem:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=75679&page=1&pp=15

cheers,
Patrick.
Thank you sir. I've been following it since your post. The discussion on decoherence has been excellent.

I would like to know, if I may ask, what is your take on the discussion? Do you see any merit to "knowledge" (or change in) being part of the wave function collapse?

I'm just trying to learn here. And I respect your opinions in this.

Regards
Don
 

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