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Quantum Inertia and New Physics - Interview with Mike McCulloch

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Explore quantum inertia and its implications in physics through this 51-minute talk featuring Mike McCulloch. Delve into the mystery of inertia, drawing inspiration from ocean physics, and understand the explanation of inertial mass through Quantised Inertia (QI). Examine the EPR paradox, the central formula for QI inertia, and how QI provides a reason for Modified Newtonian Dynamics (MoND) with different predictions and uses. Investigate the connection between QI, gravity, and the uncertainty principle, and learn how QI eliminates the gravitational constant G. Discover practical applications, including DARPA research and the GPS anomaly. Consider the potential dangers of a new dark age and the significance of anomalies versus coincidences in scientific research.

Syllabus

Introduction
Motivation, the mystery of inertia
Inspiration from ocean physics
QI, explanation of inertial mass
EPR paradox
Central formula for QI inertia
How QI gives a reason for MoND..
..but with different predictions, & uses
QI & gravity from the uncertainty principle
A question about microscales
How QI gets rid of G
Into the lab, DARPA
The GPS anomaly
The danger of a new dark age?
Anomalies vs coincidences
Closing comments

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