De Broglie-Bohm pilot wave theory

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the De Broglie-Bohm pilot wave theory, particularly its application to the dynamics of walking droplets and the motion of quantum particles. Participants explore the relevance of this theory in explaining classical hydrodynamic phenomena and seek resources for further reading.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about good books related to the De Broglie-Bohm pilot wave theory, noting its lesser popularity.
  • One participant asserts that walking droplets are entirely classical hydrodynamics, suggesting that it is a mistake to look to the De Broglie-Bohm theory for an explanation.
  • Another participant agrees with the previous assertion and points out the existence of prior discussions on the topic.
  • Resources are shared, including books and academic papers, that discuss Bohmian mechanics and its implications in quantum mechanics.
  • A participant expresses interest in understanding quantum particle motion through the principle of walking droplets, indicating a desire to connect this with pilot wave theory.
  • There are suggestions for better communication practices in forum discussions, particularly regarding editing original posts after replies have been made.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the applicability of the De Broglie-Bohm theory to walking droplets, with some asserting its irrelevance while others seek to explore connections. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the relationship between the theory and classical hydrodynamics.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in the discussion regarding the assumptions made about the relationship between classical and quantum mechanics, as well as the definitions of terms used in the context of pilot wave theory and walking droplets.

Sarvesh Kurane
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Are there any good books related to the not much popular De Broglie-Bohm pilot wave theory? There have been recent studies on dynamics of the walking droplets relation with pilot-wave dynamics to describe the motion of quantum particles.
 
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The walking droplets are entirely classical hydrodynamics, and it is a mistake to look to the de Boglie-Bohm theory for an explanation.
 
What atyy said.
You'll also find a bunch of previous threads if you search here for the word "droplet".
 
Sarvesh Kurane said:
Are there any good books related to the not much popular De Broglie-Bohm pilot wave theory? There have been recent studies on dynamics of the walking droplets relation with pilot-wave dynamics to describe the motion of quantum particles.

That's not what you originally asked. For what you originally asked, the answer given in post #2 is correct. Rather than editing your original post after people have replied, you could add a new post to the thread or clearly indicate in the edited original post that the question has been substantially modified, otherwise their answers will seem not to make sense even though they originally did.
 
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atyy said:
That's not what you originally asked. For what you originally asked, the answer given in post #2 is correct. Rather than editing your original post after people have replied, you could add a new post to the thread or clearly indicate in the edited original post that the question has been substantially modified, otherwise their answers will seem not to make sense even though they originally did.
Sorry but am new to this forum and I thought the edited version is visible. Thanks a lot for pointing out and suggestions given. Did help me understand actually.
 
Ok so I initially asked about the application of De Broglie-Bohm pilot wave theory to walking droplets in hydrodynamics which atty pointed out to be an incorrect way to approach the topic. I essentially am interested in understanding the motion of quantum particles using walking droplets principle and thought would find a solution in Pilot wave theory.
 
In addition to the book Demystifier recommended, here are a few free resources.

http://arxiv.org/abs/quant-ph/0412119
Why isn't every physicist a Bohmian?
Oliver Passon

http://arxiv.org/abs/quant-ph/0611032
What you always wanted to know about Bohmian mechanics but were afraid to ask
Oliver Passon

http://arxiv.org/abs/1206.1084
Overview of Bohmian Mechanics
Xavier Oriols, Jordi Mompart

Bohmian Mechanics was the first known solution for any area of quantum mechanics. It is one possible solution for non-relativistic quantum mechanics. In relativistic quantum mechanics, its applicability is still being researched, as it is unknown whether it can model chiral fermions interacting with non-abelian gauge fields. Some overviews of the measurement problem are:

http://www.tau.ac.il/~quantum/Vaidman/IQM/BellAM.pdf
Against 'measurement'
John Bell

http://arxiv.org/abs/quant-ph/0209123
Do we really understand quantum mechanics?
Franck Laloe

http://arxiv.org/abs/0712.0149
The Quantum Measurement Problem: State of Play
David Wallace
 
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