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A model of quantum spacetime

Quantum Physics 2022-11-10 v3 General Relativity and Quantum Cosmology

Abstract

We consider a global quantum system (the "Universe") satisfying a double constraint, both on total energy and total momentum. Generalizing the Page and Wootters quantum clock formalism, we provide a model of 3+1 dimensional, non-relativistic, quantum spacetime emerging from entanglement among different subsystems in a globally "timeless" and "positionless" Universe.

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@article{arxiv.2207.01005,
  title  = {A model of quantum spacetime},
  author = {Tommaso Favalli and Augusto Smerzi},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2207.01005},
  year   = {2022}
}

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Final version accepted for publication on AVS Quantum Science

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