What are the potential uses and properties of gravitons in quantum theory?

In summary, the conversation discusses the concept of spacetime and its relation to particles. The question is posed about the potential effects if spacetime were to be considered as particles, such as the possibility of time travel or building a time gate. However, this idea is deemed nonsensical as spacetime is not a particle but a way to measure and position things. The mention of gravitons, which are theoretical particles that describe gravity, is also brought up, and their properties as massless and able to escape into higher dimensions are mentioned as a potential explanation for the weak force of gravity.
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svenand496
I ask here my writable science fiction book question and I do not copy my physics question here, what you can find:
https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?p=4223875#post4223875
My questions are: If space and time are special particles like fermion-bosons or time is boson and space is fermion, what kind a stuff we can made? Ex. can we build the some kind of time travel machine or some time bomb or time gate to x world. What will change if time and space are particles?
Can we say then time eis speed itslf and being in time is just acceleration?
 
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We can't answer your question because spacetime is not a particle. It is simply the dimensions by which we measure things and assign them positions relative to other things. Attempting to say "what if they were particles" is a completely bogus question. It's like asking what if a proton was one second instead of a particle. It cannot be answered because it is nonsense.
 
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As the person above is correct. Space time is more like a paper you are drawing on then the things you draw on it.

But in quantum theory, before string theory. Gravity (curve in space time) is given the name of a particle called the graviton. It is more like a quanta than real matter(and it's never proven).

A graviton is like a photon. They are both massless(unlike electron, quark etc). They are actually just small burst of energy( vibration of hyperspace). They also have probability waves as predicted by the theory (proven by the double slit experi.)

In a way, gravity and light are matter since e=mc^2(energy=matter)

Several intriguing property of graviton you can use.
Graviton describes gravity, which is set in the 4th dimension.
It means that unlike other particles, gravitons can escape from our 3d world and go to n-dimensions.

This is the result in a attempt to explain why gravity is such a weak force.

They are still trying to smash gravitons out in atom smashers.
 

Related to What are the potential uses and properties of gravitons in quantum theory?

1. What is the concept of "time and space as particle"?

The concept of "time and space as particle" refers to the idea that time and space may be made up of smaller units or particles, rather than being continuous and infinite. This theory is often associated with quantum mechanics and attempts to explain the behavior of particles at a very small scale.

2. How does this concept challenge our traditional understanding of time and space?

The concept of "time and space as particle" challenges our traditional understanding of time and space by suggesting that they are not continuous and unchanging, but rather made up of discrete and dynamic units. This challenges the idea of a linear and static timeline, and instead presents a more complex and interconnected view of time and space.

3. What evidence supports the theory of "time and space as particle"?

There is currently no conclusive evidence to support the theory of "time and space as particle". However, some experiments in quantum mechanics, such as the double-slit experiment, have shown that particles can behave like waves and exhibit behaviors that challenge our traditional understanding of time and space.

4. How does this concept relate to the concept of time dilation in Einstein's theory of relativity?

The concept of "time and space as particle" is related to the concept of time dilation in Einstein's theory of relativity in that it suggests that time may not be a constant and unchanging entity, but rather can be affected by the behavior of particles at a very small scale. This challenges the notion of a universal and absolute time, as proposed by Einstein's theory.

5. What are the potential implications of the theory of "time and space as particle"?

If the theory of "time and space as particle" were to be proven true, it could have significant implications for our understanding of the universe and how it operates. It could also have practical applications in fields such as quantum computing and communications, where a better understanding of time and space could lead to technological advancements.

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