The Algebra of the Pseudo-Observables II: The Measurement Problem

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/1708.01170v3
• Date: Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:02:06 GMT
• Title: The Algebra of the Pseudo-Observables II: The Measurement Problem
• Authors: Edoardo Piparo,
• Abstract summary: We develop the full mathematical structure of the algebra of the pseudo-observables, in order to solve the quantum measurement problem.<n>Quantum state vectors are recovered but as auxiliary pseudo-observables storing the information acquired in a set of observations.
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• Abstract: In this second paper, we develop the full mathematical structure of the algebra of the pseudo-observables, in order to solve the quantum measurement problem. Quantum state vectors are recovered but as auxiliary pseudo-observables storing the information acquired in a set of observations. The whole process of measurement is deeply reanalyzed in the conclusive section, evidencing original aspects. The relation of the theory with some popular interpretations of Quantum Mechanics is also discussed, showing that both Relational Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Bayesianism may be regarded as compatible interpretations of the theory. A final discussion on reality, tries to bring a new insight on it.

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