Are wormholes and tachyon fields unified?

In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of unifying tachyon fields and wormholes, which would allow for faster-than-light travel. However, due to the current known laws of physics and the hypothetical nature of tachyons, the credibility of this concept is unclear. The thread is closed for moderation while the provided reference is evaluated, but it remains inaccessible to most experts.
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I read this article. Apparently tachyon fields and wormholes (classical and quantum) are unified. Is there any credibility? I know that with the known laws of physics we can’t go faster than light, and also that tachyons are hypothetical. What is the credibility and what are your opinions?

How would this be possible?

http://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1009-1963/12/11/323
 
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1. What is a wormhole?

A wormhole is a hypothetical tunnel-like structure in space-time that connects two distant points in the universe, allowing for faster-than-light travel.

2. What are tachyon fields?

Tachyon fields are theoretical fields that are made up of particles that travel faster than the speed of light. They are currently not proven to exist but are used in mathematical models to explore certain phenomena in physics.

3. How are wormholes and tachyon fields related?

There is currently no proven relationship between wormholes and tachyon fields. However, some theories suggest that tachyon fields may be able to create and stabilize wormholes, allowing for the possibility of traversing them.

4. Are wormholes and tachyon fields unified?

No, wormholes and tachyon fields are not unified in any scientific theory or model. They are two separate concepts that are still being explored and studied in the field of physics.

5. Can wormholes and tachyon fields be used for time travel?

There is no evidence to suggest that wormholes and tachyon fields can be used for time travel at this time. The concept of time travel is highly theoretical and still being researched, and there is no consensus on whether it is even possible.

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