Time Travel Theory: Exploring Particle Entanglement

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of transferring information through gravitational waves between entangled particles, specifically by placing one particle at the event horizon of a black hole. However, it is determined that this is not feasible due to the limitations of entanglement and the concept of time loops and sending data back in time remains a theoretical concept without scientific evidence. It is emphasized that while exploring new ideas and theories is exciting, it is important to approach them with a critical and scientific mindset and to rely on tested and proven evidence.
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Slakjak1215
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So I was writing a short story and I came up with this scenario. Please pardon my Arrogance, but my theory uses several theories. I do have some sort of knowledge in Physics but here it goes.

Could you, hypothetically transfer information in the form of gravitational waves between two entangled particles. If so, could you place Particle A at the even horizon of a black hole, I'm assuming time would stop for Particle A. The date and place Particle A was placed into the black hole would be a sort of check point. Some time in the future, you use Particle B to influence Particle A's spin which is believed to cause very small ripples in the gravitational field. Since we just detected gravitational waves not too long ago. Could you send data in a form of Morse code from Particle B (which is now in the future) to particle A (which is still stuck at that one moment in time), and observe the gravitational waves coming from Particle A? Thus sending data back in time creating a Time Loop?
 
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Slakjak1215 said:
If so, could you place Particle A at the even horizon of a black hole, I'm assuming time would stop for Particle A.
If you have some magic rocket with a powerful acceleration and infinite fuel, you can get very close and hover there. Time won't stop, but it will pass slower for particle A. This just means its clock runs slower. Whatever A does in the future will be in the future.

You cannot let A emit gravitational waves through the entanglement - actually, you cannot let A do anything measurable just from entanglement, and there is nothing special about gravitational waves.
But even if you could, for outside observers the influence on A would happen at the time you try to send a message. Just with a "weird" clock reading for A, but not in the past.

No, it does not work, for two independent reasons at the same time.
 
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While your theory is certainly intriguing, it is important to note that it is just a theory and has not been tested or proven. There are many factors that would need to be considered and tested before we can say for sure whether or not it is possible to transfer information through gravitational waves between entangled particles.

Additionally, the concept of time loops and sending data back in time is still a highly debated and theoretical concept in physics. While it is an interesting thought experiment, there is currently no scientific evidence to support the idea of sending data back in time.

It is always exciting to explore new ideas and theories, but it is important to approach them with a critical and scientific mindset. Until your theory can be tested and proven, it remains just a theory. Keep exploring and questioning, but also remember to stay grounded in scientific evidence.
 

1. What is time travel theory?

Time travel theory is a concept that suggests it may be possible for an object or person to move backwards or forwards in time, either in a physical or philosophical sense. It has been explored in various fields, including physics, philosophy, and science fiction.

2. How does particle entanglement relate to time travel theory?

Particle entanglement is a phenomenon in quantum physics where two particles become connected and affect each other's properties, regardless of the distance between them. Some theories suggest that by exploiting this phenomenon, it may be possible to manipulate the flow of time and achieve time travel.

3. Is time travel through particle entanglement currently possible?

There is currently no scientific evidence to suggest that time travel through particle entanglement is possible. While the phenomenon of entanglement has been observed, the concept of using it to manipulate time is still highly theoretical and has not been proven to be achievable.

4. What are the potential implications of time travel through particle entanglement?

If time travel through particle entanglement were to become possible, it could have significant implications for our understanding of the universe and the laws of physics. It could also raise ethical considerations, as the consequences of altering the past or future could be unpredictable and potentially dangerous.

5. Are there any ongoing research or experiments related to time travel theory and particle entanglement?

While there is ongoing research in the fields of quantum mechanics and time travel theory, there are currently no specific experiments being conducted to test the connection between particle entanglement and time travel. However, scientists continue to explore the potential of this concept and its implications for our understanding of the universe.

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