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An alternative method for calculating the fine structure constant based on the proton to electron mass ratio is proposed, suggesting that a delta fudge factor yields consistent results with established equations. The discussion raises skepticism about the validity of this approach, questioning whether it is more than numerology due to the reliance on a fudge factor. Participants express a need for references to professional scientific literature to substantiate the claims made in the calculation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of credible sources in scientific discussions. Ultimately, the thread is closed, indicating that no pre-publication support or further exploration will be provided.
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Alternative calculation for fine structure constant based on the proton / electron mass ratio.
An alternative method to calculate the fine structure constant as a function of the proton \ electron mass ratio. Equation 8 with the delta fudge factor gives the same value for alpha as equation 1 (test it yourself). Delta is close to zero, so if this approach is telling us something about the fine structure constant, maybe delta ought to be zero. Thoughts?
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Please post the reference to the professional scientific literature where this calculation is derived.
 
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I'd need to be convinced this is more than numerology to even know where to start. And this looks like numerology with a fudge factor... the possibilities are endless!
 
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Dale said:
Please post the reference to the professional scientific literature where this calculation is derived.
No professional literature that I know.
 
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No professional literature that I know.
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