The Secant-Based Derivation of the Fine Structure Constant α-1

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Dirk Goussey
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18678793
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Abstract

The secant-based calculation yields: 137.sec(180°/137) ≈137.036028 This result aligns with the experimentally measured CODATA value (≈137.035999) with a precision of 99.9999%, showing a deviation of only 0.21 ppm (parts per million). This consistency suggests that the "Fine Structure" is not an arbitrary coupling constant, but a recurring Secant Phenomenon inherent to the geometry of the 6D Matrix.

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Advanced Mathematical Theories and Applications Relativity and Gravitational Theory Particle physics theoretical and experimental studies

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
18 February 2026
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EN
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Preprint