A Structural Algorithmic Model for Physical Systems
Abstract
Modern physics provides highly accurate mathematical descriptions of natural phenomena, yet often lacks a clear account of the underlying mechanisms that give rise to these equations. This work addresses this gap by introducing a minimal, structurally defined algorithmic framework from which physical regularities can emerge. The model is based on a discrete structured system composed of three element types and a single elementary update operation. System dynamics arise from sequential processing, message-based interactions, and strict movement constraints, without assuming forces, fields, or continuous spacetime at the fundamental level. Time, interaction strength, stability, and persistent structures emerge as consequences of the algorithmic process. Physical concepts such as charge, particle-like entities, wave propagation, and inverse-square interaction behavior are interpreted as higher-level manifestations of repeated discrete reordering steps. Mathematical relations are not postulated but understood as compact descriptions of regular behavior generated by the underlying structure. This document presents the conceptual framework and algorithmic core of the model in a condensed, citable form. Detailed derivations and quantitative applications are reserved for subsequent publications.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Control and Stability of Dynamical Systems
Modular Robots and Swarm Intelligence
Model Reduction and Neural Networks
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 5 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Preprint