Could Quantum Time Be Confirmed by the LHC?

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The discussion centers on the potential of the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) to provide evidence for quantized time, specifically through the concept of chronons. Participants highlight the LHC's capability to confirm the Higgs field and generate micro-black holes, which may relate to the nature of time as a quantum phenomenon. The conversation references historical theories on chronons and their implications for understanding fundamental forces, including inertia as a quantum force. A review paper on the subject is also mentioned, indicating ongoing research in this area.

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  • Understanding of quantum mechanics principles
  • Familiarity with the Higgs boson and its implications
  • Knowledge of the concept of chronons and quantized time
  • Basic calculus and mathematical modeling skills
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  • Research the implications of the Higgs field on fundamental forces
  • Explore the concept of chronons in theoretical physics
  • Read the review paper on chronons available at arXiv: quant-ph/9706059
  • Investigate the potential for micro-black holes in high-energy physics experiments
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This discussion is beneficial for students of theoretical physics, researchers exploring quantum mechanics, and anyone interested in the intersection of time and quantum theory.

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Hello. I'm a 15 year old student interested in theoretical physics. I took Calculus I in 7th grade at Hood College, Calculus II in eighth grade, and Calculus III in ninth, so math doesn't scare me.

I've heard ideas that the new LHC might confirm a Higgs field, generate micro-black holes, and other interesting phenomena, but I'm curious, does anyone think it may provide evidence in favor of or opposed to quantised time, or chronons? The concept has facinated me, since it provides an explanation for multiple things and seems parallel to all those other quantum trends (like the Planck lenghth, bosons, etc). With the Higgs boson, it's even possible inertia is a quantum force, so all that's left is time. It seems like it would be wonderfully symetric if time followed suit.
 
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excogitator said:
I've heard ideas that the new LHC might confirm a Higgs field, generate micro-black holes, and other interesting phenomena, but I'm curious, does anyone think it may provide evidence in favor of or opposed to quantised time, or chronons? The concept has facinated me, since it provides an explanation for multiple things and seems parallel to all those other quantum trends (like the Planck lenghth, bosons, etc). With the Higgs boson, it's even possible inertia is a quantum force, so all that's left is time. It seems like it would be wonderfully symetric if time followed suit.

There have been various theories proposing chronons throughout the 20th century. Here is a review paper:

http://arxiv.org/abs/quant-ph/9706059"

Some of the more interesting predictions of these models include excited states of the electron e.g. more heavy leptons.
 
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Thanks for the reply. Are there any other articles you could recommend on the subject?
 

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