Energy differences in different directions: the grid

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of a "grid" that subatomic particles may follow, suggesting that energy travels differently depending on direction, particularly losing energy more quickly when moving sideways compared to straight paths. The scope includes theoretical implications and potential experimental evidence, such as observations from supernovas.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants propose that there is a "grid" affecting the movement of subatomic particles, which could imply directional differences in energy loss.
  • One participant questions the validity of the initial claim, emphasizing the need for a link to a mainstream scientific article to support the idea presented.
  • Another participant asserts that current experiments are consistent with the notion of isotropy in space, suggesting that any deviation from this would be significant news.
  • A later reply indicates that the thread may be closed due to a lack of supporting evidence from the original poster.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus, as there are competing views regarding the existence of the proposed "grid" and the isotropy of space. The discussion remains unresolved.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights limitations in the initial claim due to the absence of supporting references and the reliance on anecdotal evidence. There is also an unresolved question regarding the detection of energy differences in various directions.

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I heard a scientist propose a way to confirm (I feel that is a strong word) that there is a "grid" that subatomic particles and the smallest parts of the universe have to follow, instead of traveling freely. If energy moves sideways, it will lose energy more quickly for the same distance as energy traveling straight, as it has to go in a zig-zag motion. Has this been detected so far, through supernovas perhaps?
 
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EasterEggs123 said:
I heard a scientist propose a way to confirm (I feel that is a strong word) that there is a "grid" that subatomic particles and the smallest parts of the universe have to follow, instead of traveling freely. If energy moves sideways, it will lose energy more quickly for the same distance as energy traveling straight, as it has to go in a zig-zag motion. Has this been detected so far, through supernovas perhaps?
"I heard a scientist propose" is not a valid thread start here at the PF. You need to post a link to an acceptable, mainstream scientific article that discusses this idea.
 
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All our experiments are consistent with space being isotropic (same in every direction). I'm pretty confident saying that because it would be big news if something showed otherwise.
 
No reply from EasterEggs, so with the good reply from @Khashishi this thread will be closed until the OP can send me some quality links discussing the subject.
 

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