Aharonov-Bohm information propagation

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The discussion centers on the Aharonov-Bohm effect and the propagation speed of information related to changes in the magnetic field (B) of a solenoid in a double-slit experiment. It is established that changes in the vector potential from the solenoid propagate outward at the speed of light, influencing the interference pattern observed at the slits. The conversation addresses the implications of this propagation speed on non-locality and the timing of observable changes in the interference pattern relative to the solenoid's position.

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I hope I've searched the forums thoroughly enough, I didn't find a similar question. I'm wondering about the specifics of the speed of the information on change in B of the solenoid between the two paths in a double-slit setup, one large enough where relativistic speed effects are within a measurable range. Obviously I'm assuming ftl communication is impossible. For instance, you can move the solenoid some distance from the slits, as long as it cuts through the surface enclosed by the paths. But even if it's close, where would one observe the "starting point" of the change in the magnetic flux (i.e. the delay between the change in B and the change in the interference pattern)? At the slits, or from where the solenoid is located, basing on what? And is that still compatible with the non-locality of the phenomenon?

Thanks.
 
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The interference pattern is controlled by the vector potential set up by the solenoid. Changes in the vector potential will propagate outward from the solenoid at the speed of light.
 
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Would that be in the form of photons? Thanks.
 

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