Nonlocal character of the Rastall model

Journal Article · Sat Apr 01 04:00:00 EST 1989 · Found. Phys.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00731833· OSTI ID:5725133

Bedford, D; Stapp, H P

The discussion of whether quantum theory is compatible with the locality idea that no casual influence can act outside the forward light cone has recently been tightly linked to the corresponding question for a much simpler model theory that enjoys all of the pertinent properties of quantum theory but is much easier to fully comprehend. It is shown here that, contrary to recent claims, the model theory is incompatible with the locality idea mentioned above. The logical structure of the argument, which is similar to the one employed for quantum theory, is discussed.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Natal, Durban (South Africa)
• DOE Contract Number: AC03-76SF00098
• OSTI ID: 5725133
• Journal Information: Found. Phys.; (United States), Journal Name: Found. Phys.; (United States) Vol. 19:4; ISSN FNDPA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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