Observational Saturation Theory

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Authors: donguk kim
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Abstract

This paper introduces the Unified Theory of Observational Saturation, a theoretical framework proposing that many fundamental limits in physics arise from constraints of observation rather than intrinsic physical laws. The central principle of the theory states that infinity exists but cannot be directly observed, leading to a natural saturation of measurable quantities. Based on this principle, the study develops an axiomatic structure and a mathematical formalism termed Saturation Mapping, which describes how infinite or unbounded physical quantities are transformed into finite observable values. Within this framework, several longstanding problems in modern physics are reinterpreted, including the apparent velocity limit in relativity, probabilistic behavior in quantum mechanics, and large-scale constraints in cosmology. The theory demonstrates that these phenomena may emerge from a common observational saturation mechanism rather than independent physical postulates. By reformulating physical observables as saturated projections of underlying infinite structures, the proposed model provides a unified conceptual foundation linking quantum mechanics, relativity, and cosmology. The framework further yields testable implications regarding observable limits and scaling behavior in extreme regimes. If validated, observational saturation could offer a new paradigm for understanding the relationship between physical reality and measurement, potentially resolving several foundational paradoxes in contemporary physics.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Relativity and Gravitational Theory Noncommutative and Quantum Gravity Theories Advanced Mathematical Theories and Applications

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
11 March 2026
Language
EN