Wave Function Collapse using faulty recording devices.

In summary, the Double Slit Experiment and the Wave Function Collapse can be explained by the effect of faulty observational devices. There is a threshold in which the observation does not occur, however.
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Effectiveness of faulty observational devices during the Double Slit Experiment and the Wave Function Collapse.
Hey there!
I have two questions regarding the Double Slit Experiment and the Wave Function Collapse.

How effective does a measuring device have to be to cause a collapse? As in, say that every second the device has a 50% chance to turn off or on for one second, does the collapse still occur when the device has shutoff?
Similarly, suppose an observer has been awake for a few days and perhaps even on a drug trip that is rendering them in and out of consciousness, is there a threshold in which the observation does not occur?

Thank you for your time!
<3 Phillip.
 
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Lexovix said:
does the collapse still occur when the device has shutoff?
No.
 
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Lexovix said:
Summary:: Effectiveness of faulty observational devices during the Double Slit Experiment and the Wave Function Collapse.

Hey there!
I have two questions regarding the Double Slit Experiment and the Wave Function Collapse.

How effective does a measuring device have to be to cause a collapse? As in, say that every second the device has a 50% chance to turn off or on for one second, does the collapse still occur when the device has shutoff?
Similarly, suppose an observer has been awake for a few days and perhaps even on a drug trip that is rendering them in and out of consciousness, is there a threshold in which the observation does not occur?

Thank you for your time!
<3 Phillip.
It's not just faulty measuring devices, a device to detect a particle may simply not be 100% effective. E.g. if only 50% of particles were detected (at one slit or the other) and 50% went undetected, then these 50% undetected particles, between them, would form a double-slit interference pattern; and, the detected particles would form two separate single-slit patterns (assuming the detection did not significantly influence this). The total pattern, therefore, would be this combination of patterns.
 
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PeroK said:
It's not just faulty measuring devices, a device to detect a particle may simply not be 100% effective. E.g. if only 50% of particles were detected (at one slit or the other) and 50% went undetected, then these 50% undetected particles, between them, would form a double-slit interference pattern; and, the detected particles would form two separate single-slit patterns (assuming the detection did not significantly influence this). The total pattern, therefore, would be this combination of patterns.
Oh wow, fascinating! <3
 
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Demystifier said:
No.
Interesting! Thank you for the reply! ^_^ <3
 
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Lexovix said:
Interesting! Thank you for the reply! ^_^ <3
What does <3 mean? Is it some emoticon?
 
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Demystifier said:
What does <3 mean? Is it some emoticon?
Often links to a default love heart emoticon. ^_^
 
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Often links to a default love heart emoticon. ^_^
Silly me, it didn't occur to me that I have to rotate by 90 degrees. :heart:
 
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1. What is wave function collapse?

Wave function collapse is a phenomenon in quantum mechanics where a particle's wave function, which describes its possible states, collapses into a single state when it is observed or measured.

2. How does wave function collapse occur using faulty recording devices?

In the case of faulty recording devices, wave function collapse occurs when the device's measurement or observation of the particle is not accurate or reliable. This can lead to a false or incomplete collapse of the particle's wave function.

3. Can faulty recording devices affect the outcome of wave function collapse?

Yes, faulty recording devices can affect the outcome of wave function collapse. If the device is not functioning properly, it may not accurately measure or observe the particle, leading to an inaccurate collapse of its wave function.

4. What are the potential consequences of wave function collapse using faulty recording devices?

The consequences of wave function collapse using faulty recording devices can vary. In some cases, it may lead to incorrect data and results, which can impact scientific research and experiments. In other cases, it may also affect our understanding of quantum mechanics and the behavior of particles.

5. How can scientists account for wave function collapse using faulty recording devices in their experiments?

To account for wave function collapse using faulty recording devices, scientists can use multiple devices and compare their results, or they can use more accurate and reliable recording devices. They can also analyze and identify potential errors or biases that may occur due to the faulty device.

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