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03 May 2025
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1. Introduction
“It is possible to set up units for length, mass, time, and temperature, which are independent of special bodies or substances, necessarily retaining their meaning for all times and for all civilizations, including extraterrestrial and non-human ones, which can be called ´Natural units of measure´.”
2. Materials and Methods
- Spacetime is quantized into energy-linked equidistant vertices, separated by the Compton electron wavelength and time.
- Spacetime is an omni-tensional structure with the capacity to encapsulate the energy and mass that constitute the Universe. Within this structure, atoms and photons experience quantized movement from vertex to vertex.
- Spacetime curvature arises from an angle change between structural vertices, defining gravity as the equilibrium between the energies contained in a mass and the Spacetime that surrounds it.
- Lastly, we propose the translatability of physical properties into what we term Structural or Spacetime Units. This suggests a proportional connection among various Natural constants, unveiling that the number α known as the Fine Structure constant [6], present in several Quantum Mechanics equations, is linked to the same Spacetime Structure.
3. Results
3.1. Planck Length
3.2. Planck Mass
3.3. Planck Time
3.4. Planck Temperature
3.5. A successful Translation
| Name | Equation | Value (SI) | Equation in SU | From SU to SI value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planck length | ||||
| Planck mass | ||||
| Planck time | ||||
| Planck temperature |
3.6. Correction Factor in Mass Translation as Proof of Non-Euclidean Spacetime
3.7. New Perspectives for Fundamental Constants Determination
| 1.61803 | 1836.16172636821 |
| 1.618033988 | 1836.15267513196 |
| 1.61803398874989 | 1836.15267343 |
3.8. Structural Units; a New Tool
3.8.1. Schwarzschild Radius
3.8.2. Photon Energy
3.9. Uncertainty Principle
3.9.1. The Boltzmann Constant and the Uncertainty Principle
3.10. Experimental Validation
3.10.1. Recalibrating Concept in SU
- Defining new base units for measured physical quantities in SU.
- Recalibrating precision instruments—such as interferometers, atomic clocks, and balances—using these new units.
- Performing measurements in SU and converting the results back to SI using dimensional analysis to ensure compatibility.
3.10.2. Kibble Balance

- If the mass unit is involved in the physical quantity being transformed, we will include the approach factor due to the extrapolation between Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, which is equal to 0.998152672.
- In addition to the factor due to extrapolation when the unit Kg. is present, we will now account for the angle by which a proton bends spacetime or β correction. This corresponds to the cosine of the angle raised to the fourth power .
- Finally, if the mass unit needs to be converted to SU, we must account for the fact that the value in kilograms should be multiplied by , considering the proton as a four-dimensional spacetime entity, in the reverse way we convert from SU to SI.
- We can now proceed with the dimensional analysis of the remaining units of space, time, and electric charge, considering the equivalences described in Table 1, always bearing in mind that if the mass unit is not present in the physical quantity described, steps 1, 2, and 3 will not be necessary.
| Physical Quantity | SI Units | SU Units | Translation Equation (SI to SU) | Transformation Factor (SI to SU) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage | ||||
| Intensity | ||||
| Mass | Kg. | |||
| Gravity | ||||
| Velocity |
- Angle β= 6.225471778 degrees.
- φ= 1.61803398874989.
- α= 7.297352563*10-3.
- π= 3.141592653589.
- c= 299792458 m/s.
- e= 1.602176634*10-19 Coulomb.
- tce= 8,093299792*10-21 seconds.
4. Discussion
4.1. Discretization of the Hamiltonian
4.2. Transition from Smooth to Discrete Derivatives
4.3. Modifying the Dirac Equation
4.4. Constraints in General Relativity
4.5. Implications and Experimental Probes
- Quantum Oscillations: The discrete modifications in the Hamiltonian could lead to measurable deviations in atomic transitions or superconducting qubit dynamics.
- Modified Dispersion Relations: The quantization of Spacetime alters high-energy particle propagation, potentially leading to measurable deviations in cosmic ray spectra and neutrino oscillations. While current models do not fully account for anomalies in ultra-high-energy cosmic ray observations, SU-based modifications could provide a framework to explore such effects.
- Gravitational Wave Corrections: Discretized general relativity might introduce quantization in gravitational wave spectra, detectable by future precision interferometry. Although current data does not show clear deviations, SU offers a structured way to model potential quantization effects.
- Black Hole Physics: The stepwise nature of curvature could prevent the formation of singularities, potentially leading to remnant structures instead of classical event horizons.
- Kibble Balance Recalibration: Precision experiments redefining mass through electromagnetic forces could be recalibrated under SU, validating whether mass-energy relationships follow the same discrete quantization patterns.
5. Conclusions
- Bridging Quantum Mechanics and Relativity
- Quantized Spacetime: SU proposes that Spacetime consists of discrete equidistant vertices, naturally integrating the discrete nature of Quantum Mechanics with the continuous geometry of General Relativity.
- Consistent Units: By defining measurement units through pure numbers and geometric relationships inherent in Spacetime, SU establishes a universal and self-consistent system that is compatible with both theories and testable in laboratory settings.
- Geometric Interpretation
- Spacetime Structure: SU defines space and time units based on the geometric properties of Spacetime, aligning naturally with the geometric interpretation of gravity in General Relativity.
- Fundamental Constants: The expressions of Natural constants in SU incorporate algebraic relationships involving π, φ, and α, suggesting an underlying geometric foundation that could unify the constants used in both Quantum Mechanics and Relativity.
- Dimensional Analysis and Experimental Validation
- Planck Units Translation: The translation of Planck Units into SU and back to SI highlights intrinsic proportional connections between Fundamental constants and their geometric origins, reinforcing the rigorous methodology that supports this new unit system.
- CODATA Compatibility: By using the most precise experimental values from CODATA, SU ensures that its theoretical framework is firmly grounded in empirical data.
- Precision Measurement Testing: SU provides a theoretical basis for so far only experimentally determined constants and could serve as a guide for designing new experiments. Measuring instruments such as interferometers, atomic clocks, and balances can be calibrated within the SU framework, with expected consistency in results after appropriate dimensional analysis. The proposed recalibration of the Kibble balance is an example of how this system can be tested with one of the most accurate measurement instruments available today.
- Simplification and Structural Coherence
- Reduction of Complexity: SU offers a structured simplification of Fundamental constants, providing a more direct interpretation of their interdependencies.
- Harmonization of Concepts: The geometric coherence of SU, combined with the algebraic relationships among Natural constants, presents an elegant and unified approach that could be instrumental in the pursuit of a complete theory of Quantum Gravity.
- Spacetime Quantization and Uncertainty Principle
- Quantized Uncertainty: This study has successfully reformulated the Uncertainty Principle within the framework of SU, revealing a new structural role in Spacetime quantization. By redefining the minimum displacement as the Compton wavelength of an electron, a novel interpretation emerges that aligns with the intrinsic quantized nature of Spacetime.
- Thermodynamic Link through Boltzmann’s Constant: The integration of the Boltzmann constant into this framework provides a bridge between Thermodynamics and Spacetime Structure. The relationship discovered, where momentum can be expressed as the Boltzmann constant multiplied by π and divided by 2, suggests a thermodynamic extension of the Uncertainty Principle. This insight strengthens the internal coherence of SU and indicates deeper interconnections between Quantum Mechanics and Thermodynamics.
- Fundamental Equation Quantization: The implementation of SU in fundamental equations such as the Hamiltonian, Dirac equation, and Einstein field equations introduces discrete modifications that may be experimentally testable. The implications of these modifications, including their potential impact on cosmic ray dispersion and gravitational wave corrections, suggest new experimental directions to assess the validity of SU-based Spacetime quantization.
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| Natural constant |
SI value |
SU value |
SI units |
SU units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (Planck constant) | 6.62607015*10-34 | |||
| (Coulomb constant) | 8987551793 | |||
| (Gravitational constant) | 6.67430(15)*10-11 | |||
| (Boltzmann constant) | 1.380649*10-23 | |||
| (Magnetic permittivity) | 1.256637062(19)*10-6 | |||
| (Electrical permittivity) | 8.8541878128(13)*10-12 | |||
| (Speed of light) | 299792458 | |||
| (Electron rest mass) | 9.1093837015(28)*10-31 | † | ||
| (Proton mass) | 1.67262192369(51)*10-27 | ** | ||
| (Bohr radius) | 5.29177210903(80)*10-11 | |||
| (Elementary charge) | 1.602176634*10-19 | |||
| (Rydberg frequency) | 3.289841957*1015 | 1 | ||
| (Compton electron wavelength) | 2.42631023867(73)*10-12 | |||
| (Compton electron time) | 8.093299792*10-21 | |||
| (Electron speed) | 2187691.262 | |||
| (Rydberg constant) | 10973731.568160(21) | |||
| (Electron classic radius) | 2.8179403262(13)*10-15 |
| Name | Equation | Value (SI) |
|---|---|---|
| Planck length | ||
| Planck mass | ||
| Planck time | ||
| Planck temperature |
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