What is the GZK Cut Off Point and why does it happen?

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The GZK Cut Off point refers to a theoretical energy limit for cosmic rays, as discussed by Prof. Silas Beane, suggesting implications for our understanding of the universe. The discussion highlights skepticism regarding the connection between the GZK Cut Off and the concept of a simulated universe, as presented in a Technology Review article. Participants express confusion over the lattice structure proposed in simulations and question the validity of such claims in the context of established physics. The consensus leans towards a critical view of the simulation hypothesis, emphasizing the need for rigorous scientific scrutiny.

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What is the GZK Cut Off point? I've seen an article stating that Prof. Silas Beane says a sort of 'lattice', an energy limit, which may suggest we are living in a matrix. But that can't be right? Can it? What actually causes it and why does it happen?
 
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Can you give a reference to that article?
The Wiki Article (first Google hit) seems to imply that there is no limit.
I don't understand what the "matrix" thing has to do with it. Can you help us with that?
 
TheQuestionGuy14 said:
Yeah, here's one of the article: https://www.google.ie/amp/s/www.tec...al-the-universe-as-a-computer-simulation/amp/
I read that article and I think it needs to be taken with a pinch of salt. The clause near the end "even if it's only to rule out" drew my attention. I can't believe it's Physics in the terms of PF. It seems daft to me that anyone could suppose the form of computer that would run a simulation of that nature would operate anything like the article suggests (i.e. just like a bigger version of what we are using).
They say " The problem with all simulations is that the laws of physics, which appear continuous, have to be superimposed onto a discrete three dimensional lattice which advances in steps of time. ", to which I can only say WHY?
 

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