Infinite Self-Referential Temporal Causal Spectral Chain Structure A; The Structure of Time in Spectral Chain Quantum Gravity: From Hierarchical Presupposition to Relational Emergence
Abstract
The spectral chain quantum gravity framework achieves a dual reconstruction ofgeometry and spectrum through a sequence of finite-dimensional algebras coupledwith Dirac operators. This paper analyzes the hierarchical structure of time withinthis framework, pointing out that the total order implied by the hierarchical indexconstitutes a theoretical background dependence. By introducing a partial ordertransformation and a relational concept of time, a dynamical formulation is established that does not presuppose a global time arrow. It is shown that the directionof time can emerge from the relative evolution of spectral eigenvalues, rather thandepending on a priori hierarchical order. This scheme engages in a dialogue withthe concept of time in causal set theory and noncommutative geometry, offering anew path to resolve the issue of background independence in quantum gravity.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Noncommutative and Quantum Gravity Theories
Relativity and Gravitational Theory
Advanced Operator Algebra Research
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 16 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Preprint