New Theory of Gravity? Find Out What It Is!

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a new theory of gravity that some participants suggest may be gaining attention. The scope includes inquiries about the theory's credibility, references, and its relationship to established gravitational models.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions a new theory of gravity that purportedly replaces gravity but lacks credible references.
  • Another participant speculates that the discussion may relate to Verlinde's claims, which are not widely accepted and have not replaced gravity.
  • A participant acknowledges a source of information from national public radio but admits to a lack of clarity regarding the details.
  • There is a question raised about the current model of gravity being general relativity.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the new theory's validity or details, and multiple competing views remain regarding its acceptance and implications.

Contextual Notes

There is uncertainty regarding the specific theory being referenced, and the discussion highlights a reliance on ambiguous sources for information.

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New theory of gravity?

Hey guys, so today my Dad and his business partner were talking about this new theory that replaces gravity or something. They said it was pretty popular right now and the math was still being tested but they couldn't remember the name of it. I tried to look for it on google but found nothing that I thought was credible. If anyone know what I'm talking about or has any links they could offer I would appreciate it. Maybe it's old news, I don't know, I have kind of been slacking on keeping up with the latest physics news and all.
 
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It is almost impossible to read minds (I've tried, and not very good at it). So who knows what they could be talking about. I'm almost guessing that it was the brouhaha surrounding the Verlinde's claim which somehow is getting some free press publicity.

This is already being discussed here:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=415011

It is FAR from being accepted, and certainly has not replaced gravity.

Next time, we would prefer a less ambiguous sources or references.

Zz.
 


Yeah my bad lol, they said they herd it on national public radio so I thought I'd look it up, thanks ZapperZ, sorry about the sources haha.
 


Our current model of gravity is in general relativity right?
 

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