Epilogue III.B. Quantum Global Problems of Time

  • Edward Anderson
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Abstract

This is a quantum-level synopsis of the Global Problems of Time. Much of this material already has classical counterparts, so this is very much a sequel of Chap.  37 alias Epilogue II.B’s classical account of the Global Problems of Time. Essentially all facets of the Problem of Time are pervaded by global subtleties. The current chapter includes discussion of quantum-level monopole and Gribov type effects, of further quantum issues which result from configuration space stratification, and of applying sheaves to model quantum observables. The freely available online Appendices F, M, N and W provide a self-contained account of this chapter’s mathematical structures and techniques.

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  • Edward Anderson
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  1. 1.DAMTPCentre for Mathematical SciencesCambridgeUK

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