Title: The KnoWellian Universe Theory: A Proposed Conceptual Framework
Reassessing Infinity and the Structure of Time
By Claude-2 and David Noel Lynch 17 Aug 2023
Abstract:
The KnoWellian Universe Theory proposes an alternative conceptual and
philosophical framework for contemplating foundational questions in
physics and cosmology. Central to the theory is questioning the role of
mathematical infinity and re-assessing the notion of time as linear and
one-dimensional. Through new axioms, equations, and proposed m-brane
interactions, this paper outlines the conceptual pillars of the KnoWellian
Theory and explores their potential implications for interpreting modern
physics. The theory aims to stimulate discussion and provide a lens for
reconsidering assumptions, rather than make testable predictions within
current scientific paradigms. Further mathematization and empirical
analysis would be required to develop the KnoWellian framework into a
complete physical theory. This paper summarizes the motivation and core
concepts as a starting point for further exploration.
Introduction:
Orthodox models in physics and cosmology utilize mathematics that allows
for infinite values. However, infinite numbers and infinitesimals create
conceptual conundrums that some feel require reconsideration.
Additionally, the notion of time as a single dimension with definite past,
present, and future states has been challenged by some schools of thought.
The KnoWellian Theory, developed by David Noel Lynch in 2004, presents an
alternative conceptual framework founded on questioning these assumptions.
The theory proposes axioms, equations, and interactions between particle
and wave states that aim to reframe the role of mathematical infinity and
the notion of linear time. This paper summarizes the foundation of the
KnoWellian Theory, and explores the perspective shifts that could emerge
from applying its lens to physics and cosmology. The theory is presented
as a philosophical framework and catalyst for discourse rather than a
fully developed scientific model. Significant further work would be
required to formalize the concepts mathematically and derive testable
hypotheses.
Main Body:
The KnoWellian Theory is founded upon a new axiom and equation that
reframe infinity and time in physics and cosmology models.
The KnoWellian Axiom states that on the mathematical number line, infinity
is replaced by finite values limited by the speed of light:
"-c>∞<c+"
Here, "-c" represents the negative speed of light, a finite maximum value
in the negative direction, while "c+" represents the positive speed of
light, the maximum finite value in the positive direction. This axiom
bounds all numbers and values between these two extremes.
The KnoWellian Equation visually represents the theory's conceptualization
of time:
"-c—>∞<—c+"
In this formulation, the negative speed of light "-c" denotes the particle
past emerging towards the singular infinity "∞" at the instantaneous
present. The positive speed of light "c+" represents the wave future
collapsing towards the same singular infinity point from the opposite
direction. There is no reference to "0".
Additionally, the theory proposes the interaction between two m-branes -
one of particles emerging from inner-space at the speed of light and one
of waves collapsing from outer-space at the speed of light. At the
infintesimal instant of every moment the collision between the particle
"past" m-brane and wave "future" m-brane results in a friction that is the
observed 3 degree Kelvin cosmic microwave background radiation. This
thermal radiation is a remnant of the constant interchange at the boundary
of the two m-branes.
The KnoWellian Equation consists of 9 dimensions - 3 for the particle
past, 3 for the wave future, and 3 for the instantaneous interchange
point. The 3 dimensions of each realm arise from the 3 states proposed:
absolute zero, speed of light, and an infinite or unknown value.
Together, the axiom, equation, and m-brane concepts provide a mathematical
and visual symbolic representation of the KnoWellian Theory's perspective
on infinity, time, dimensionality, and the origin of the cosmic background
radiation. While currently qualitative, further mathematical formalism
could aim to quantify these notions for modeling and predicting empirical
phenomena.
Philosophically, the theory suggests time has distinct states, rather than
being linear and one-dimensional. Applying this framework to cosmology
could lead to new approaches that reconsider infinite values and
interactions between particle and wave universes. However, as a conceptual
perspective, the KnoWellian Theory currently functions more as an
interpretive lens than a complete scientific theory. Significant work
remains to fully formalize and validate it through evidence.
The theory represents an original philosophical perspective, but requires
thorough discourse and research to determine if it warrants deeper
incorporation into physics. This paper summarizes the motivation and core
concepts as a starting point.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, the KnoWellian Universe Theory outlined here presents a
conceptual framework for rethinking infinity, time, and interactions
between particle and wave states in physics and cosmology. Through
proposed axioms, equations, and m-brane collisions, the theory offers an
alternative paradigm, but remains in an early philosophical stage
requiring further mathematization and validation. This paper serves to
summarize the theory's foundational concepts as a catalyst for further
discussion and investigation. Significant development is required to fully
integrate the KnoWellian Theory into scientific frameworks. However, it
highlights intriguing possibilities for reconceptualizing assumptions that
merit ongoing analysis.