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Superrelativity as an element of a final theory

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The ordinary quantum theory points out that general relativity (GR) is negligible for spatial distances up to the Planck scale lP=(hG/c3)1/2∼10−33cm. Consistency in the foundations of the quantum theory requires a “soft” spacetime structure of the GR at essentially longer length. However, for some reasons this appears to be not enough. A new framework (“superrelativity”) for the desirable generalization of the foundation of quantum theory is proposed. A generalized nonlinear Klein-Gordon equation has been derived in order to shape a stable wave packet.

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Leifer, P. Superrelativity as an element of a final theory. Found Phys 27, 261–285 (1997). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02550454

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