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03 March 2026
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Abstract
This paper proposes a gravitational theoretical framework based on discrete space element dynamics. The core concept posits the existence of a conserved "spatial raw material" through which quantum virtual processes continuously generate new spatial elements, forming localized density gradients that manifest as spacetime curvature. This mechanism inherently excludes superlative effects, remains compatible with general relativity under covariance constraints, and provides unified explanations for dark matter, dark energy, and black hole singularities. The paper first elucidates the fundamental principle of "global covariant symmetry" and then offers E=mc^2 1/2a definitive interpretation of symmetry breaking: symmetry is not "broken" but rather a local cost paid for global covariance. It systematically presents twelve core tenets of this framework, deriving from the unique second-order discrete wave equation of complex fields. The rigorous, step-by-step derivation yields Newtonian gravitational limits, mass-energy equivalence, the principle of constancy of the speed of light, Maxwell's equations, Newton's three laws, Schrödinger's equation, Dirac equation, spin origin, and the geometric formula for the fine structure constant. All physical laws emerge as derived results rather than external inputs. Finally, the paper presents quantitative predictions verifiable through future experiments.
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1. Introduction
2. The Principle of the Whole and the Common Covariant
2.1. Basic Position: No Background, No Independent Entity
- No Pre-existing "Stage" (Absolute Space-time)
- No independent "actor" (fundamental particle)
- There is only one whole structure, which in dynamic evolution presents two aspects we call "space" and "matter".
2.2. Core Principle: Holistic Co-Variation
- The study of any single object is only approximate and inevitably incomplete.
- The true physical laws describe how the whole self-coordinates
- Local non-covariance is permissible—provided the whole is ultimately covariant
2.3. The Nature of the Existence and Decay of Particles
- Stable particle: A configuration that is already stable under global covariance and can persist indefinitely.
- Unstable particles: deviating from the overall minimum covariant state, they must undergo decay or transformation to restore the system to a self-consistent state of overall common covariance.
2.4. The Only Logic of Being and Disappearing
2.5. The Dynamic Unity of Local and Whole
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- A certain gradient does not satisfy the covariance (e.g., in regions of strong gravitational fields).
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- Cannot act over distance, only local resolution is available
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- Thus a pair of positive and negative particles is produced, and the local covariance is satisfied first.
- 4.
- This particle propagation, movement, and interaction—carrying the "covariant repair task"
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- To another place to complete the overall constraint-the overall "tail"
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- Task completed, particles disappear-the whole re-covariant
2.6. The Ultimate Explanation of Symmetry Breaking
- global requirement of common covariant
- Local gradient and non-covariant
- Cannot act over distance; only local repair is allowed
- Thus, a pair of positive and negative particles is produced
- Local appearance: symmetry is gone—this is symmetry breaking
- But when viewed holistically: breaking local symmetry is to preserve global higher covariance symmetry.
2.7. Chapter Summary
2.8. Linking to the Following Text
3. Theoretical Foundation: Discrete Dynamics of Complex Fields and the Uniqueness of the Wave Equation
3.1. The Conservation of Space Resources and the Ontology of Discrete Space-time
- The space-time is composed of the smallest indivisible space unit;
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- There is a space material which is kept in constant quantity;
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- The material is the local excitation and distortion of the space unit.
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- All the interactions are only transferred between adjacent cells, and there is no long-range interaction.
3.2. Introduction of the Re-Field: The Only Self-consistent Description of Electromagnetism and Spin Structure
- natural generation of electromagnetic waves
- supporting quantum mechanical complex phase
- preservation of Lorentz covariance
- Space unit density (corresponding to space material)
- Re-Phase (Electromagnetic, Quantum Phase, and Spin Sources)
3.3. Fundamental Scale of Discrete Space-Time
3.4. The Only Dynamics: The Second Order Wave Equation of Discrete Complex Field
- Left: Second-order time derivative, which describes inertia, fluctuation, and acceleration behavior.
- Right: the discrete form of the space Laplace operator;
- The equations are hyperbolic, which support finite propagation speed, causality and Lorentz covariance.
- No diffusion, no infinite velocity, no spin.
3.5. Continuous Limit:Relativistic Covariant Wave Equation
4. Exposition of the Core Argument
Argument 1: Virtual Process Drives the Proliferation of Spatial Units
Argument 2: Cascade Transmission and the Principle of Locality
Argument 3: Maintaining Instinct and Information Carrier
Argument 4: Gradient Instantaneous Space-time Curvature
Argument 5: The Dispute on Gravitational Potential Energy
Argument 6: The Gradient Explanation of Dark Matter
Argument 7: Covariance and Einstein Field Equation
The Seventh Argument: The Dynamics of Covariant Realization-Gradient Induced Particle Production
Argument 8: The Expansion of the Universe and the Conservation of Space Material
Argument 9: Elimination of Dark Energy
Argument 10: Vacuum Zero Point Energy Cannot Be a Source of Gravity
Argument 11: Black Hole Singularities
Argument 12: The Way to Entropy
5. The Detailed Derivation of the Principle of Constancy of Light Speed
Derivation 1: From the Intrinsic Structure of Space-time
- is the minimum grid spacing
- is the minimum time step
Derivation 2: Covariant of the Wave Equation
Conclusion
6. A Detailed Derivation of Lorentz Transformation
6.1. The Right Starting Point: The Only Way Back
6.2. Definition of Correct, Legal, and Non-Zero Electromagnetic Fields
6.3. Directly Obtained Electric and Magnetic Fields

6.4.\boldsymbol{B}=\rho\left(\nabla\theta\times\nabla\ln\rho\right)
6.5. Instantaneous Auto-Consistency: ∇·B = 0
6.6. Instantaneous Auto-Consistency: ∇×E = −∂B/∂t
6.7. The other two Maxwell equations (derived from the wave equation)
7. Detailed Derivation of Newton's Three Laws
7.1. Newton First Law
7.2. Newton Second Law
7.3. Newton's Third Law (Detailed Derivation)
8. Detailed Derivation of the Energy-Mass Equation
9. Detailed Derivation of Schringer Equation
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- \ gamma^\mu\partial_\mu\Phi - \frac{mc}{\hbar}\Phi = 0
- ii
- \ hbar\partial_t\Phi = \left(-i\hbar c,\boldsymbol{\gamma}\cdot\nabla + mc^2\gamma^0\right)\Phi
Origin of Spin
11. The Uniformity of Standard Model Constants and Future Research
- Minimum grid spacing a
- Minimum time step size τ
11.1. Mutual Locking of Standard Model Constants
11.2. Open Issues and Future Work
- intergenerational mass ratio of fermions m_f/m_e
- The Geometric Origin of Weak Mixing Angle θ_W
- The Unified Relation between Strong Coupling and Electromagnetic Coupling
- Microscopic Interpretation of CKM Matrix Elements
12. Testable Prediction
- The light speed dispersion effect of extremely high frequency electromagnetic wave: In the gamma ray band, the light speed is weakly dependent on the frequency.
- Nonlinearities of vacuum and modification of Maxwell's equations: In strong gravitational field or strong laser field, the vacuum exhibits nonlinear effects such as birefringence and photon scattering.
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- Cosmological slow evolution of gravitational constant: The slow decrease of gravitational constant with the age of the universe can be tested by cosmological observations.
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- The gravitational enhancement effect of the high-speed rotating celestial bodies: the faster the rotation, the stronger the equivalent gravity, which can partly explain the rotation curve of the galaxy.
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- Discrete Correction of Radiation from Micro Black Hole: Black Hole Singularities and Discrete Structure of Hawking Radiation Spectrum
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- The additional energy loss of high-energy particles in strong gravitational field is due to the enhancement of local virtual process.
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- The upper limit of the maximum effective distance of quantum entanglement is: after the critical distance, the entanglement automatically decoheres.
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- Weak asymmetry of gravitation acceleration between matter and antimatter: Originated from opposite direction of virtual process.
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- The geometric origin of fine structure constants: α = 1/(4π)(a/λ_e)^2. This equation demonstrates that the strength of electromagnetic interactions is uniquely determined by the ratio of the minimum scale of discrete spacetime (a) to the electron's Compton wavelength (λ_e). This relationship transforms α from a free parameter into a computable geometric quantity: if a can be independently measured (e.g., through high-energy photon dispersion experiments), the formula can be verified; conversely, substituting the experimental value of α predicts a ≈ 1.2×10^-13 m, a scale within the current detection range of high-energy experiments, providing a direct test window for the existence of discrete spacetime.
13. Chapter 12 Unified Interpretation of Standard Model Constants from Multiple Geometric Perspectives
13.1. Introduction: Why Need Multiple Geometric Languages
13.2. Path 1: Fiber Bundle Geometry — The Curvature Origin of the Normalized Coupling Constant
- The basic manifold is a continuous approximation of discrete space-time.
- primary cluster, structural group.The gauge field is a connection on the principal bundle, with the field strength:
- phase of the return field corresponds to the integral of the coupling
- The single component, the double state and the triple state of the field are respectively corresponded to the basic representation.
- The scaling of the running coupling constant corresponds to the scaling of the effective radius of the manifold of the flow.
- Under the unified energy standard, the realization of unification.
13.3. Path 2: Complex Geometry / Kahler Geometry—Fine Structure Constant and Area Interpretation of Mass
- Kahler manifold, is Kahler form.
- The Hermitian line bundle, the section satisfies.
- is the standard form of the section of the line bundle,, is the contact phase.
- The Kahler potential satisfies, which is directly related to the spatial density of raw materials.
- The fine structure constant is the ratio of the minimum unit area to the electronic standing wave area.
- The quality is directly given by the unified equation:
- The third generation fermions correspond to compact complex curves with the mass proportional to the first eigenvalue of the Dirac operator.
- Dark matter is the curvature superposition of multi-body system, without the need for dark matter particles.
- Cosmic expansion corresponds to the cosmological evolution of the conformal factor.
13.5. Path 4: Spinor Geometry — Dirac Equation and Spin 1/2
- spinor bundle, Dirac operator.
- The mass ratio is determined by the ratio of the dimension of the zero mode of the spinor on the亏格 manifold, which is supported by the Atiyah-Singer index theorem.
13.6. Path 5: Non-Exchange Geometry – Algebraic Realization of Discrete Space-Time
- Noncommutative algebra.
- Moyal star accumulation:
13.7. Path 6: Hermite Geometry — The Natural Geometric Framework of Complex Fields
- Hermitian line bundle, metric, connection.
- for the electromagnetic field strength
13.8. Path 7: Numerical Implementation of the Causal Dynamic Triangulation (CDT) for Discrete Gravity
- The spacetime is a simple complex manifold, and the Regge action is:
- Grid cell ↔ Vertex
- Nearest neighbor ↔ edge
- Conservation of space material ↔ Conservation of total volume
13.9. Path 8: Global Topology—Degeneracy and Fermion Mass Spectra
- The interior space is a亏格黎曼面, which is not an extra dimension, but an internal degree of freedom geometization.
- Higher degenerate instability → no fourth generation fermions
13.10. Cross-Validation with Multiple Paths and Unified Formula Table
- Topological Defect ↔ CDT Discrete Spectrum ↔ Spinor Zero Mode Dimension
| constant | geometric invariant | representation |
| area ratio | ||
| curvature eigenvalue | ||
| mass ratio | Dirac eigenvalue ratio | |
| volume ratio of manifold | ||
| Berry phase position |
14. Conclusions and Outlook
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