Probability and Quantum Paradigms: the Interplay
- Bauhaus Universitaet, PF 2040, 99401 Weimar (Germany)
Since the introduction of Born's interpretation of quantum wave functions as yielding the probability density of presence, Quantum Theory and Probability have lived in a troubled symbiosis. Problems arise with this interpretation because quantum probabilities exhibit features alien to usual probabilities, namely non Boolean structure and non positive-definite phase space probability densities. This has inspired research into both elaborate formulations of Probability Theory and alternate interpretations for wave functions. Herein the latter tactic is taken and a suggested variant interpretation of wave functions based on photo detection physics proposed, and some empirical consequences are considered. Although incomplete in a few details, this variant is appealing in its reliance on well tested concepts and technology.
- OSTI ID:
- 21039501
- Journal Information:
- AIP Conference Proceedings, Vol. 962, Issue 1; Conference: QTRF4: 4. conference on quantum theory: Reconsideration of foundations - 4, Vaexjoe (Sweden), 11-16 Jun 2007; Other Information: DOI: 10.1063/1.2827316; (c) 2007 American Institute of Physics; Country of input: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA); ISSN 0094-243X
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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