Universe as a simple harmonic oscillator

In summary, the conversation discusses the idea of the universe being a simple harmonic oscillator, meaning it is symmetrical and divided into two halves with approximately 10^52 kg of mass each. The universe is also said to be in the accelerating phase, losing potential energy in steps, which could potentially be gained by dark energy in the form of kinetic energy. This transfer of energy is believed to occur through quantized gravitons. However, the concept of the universe as an oscillator has not been felt or measured.
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If the universe is a simple harmonic oscillator then it must be symmetrical and divided into two halves , each half with approximately 10^52 kg of mass at its centre of mass.
If the universe reaches about 10^26 metres in about 10^18.5 seconds
then using E = ( n + 1/2)h w for an oscillator we get E = 10^-34 x 10^ -18.5 = 10^-52.5 Joules for the ground state.Since we are in the accelerating phase of the oscillator ( which is heading towards the bottom of a parabola formed by plotting potential energy against extension from equilibrium) it is losing potential energy in steps and the minimum it loses is 10^ - 52.5 Joules.
This is the amount of kinetic energy per step that dark energy could gain, increasing its relativistic mass and keeping its density constant per unit volume as the universe expands.
The universe probably loses potential energy by passing energy from gravitons to dark energy.The oscillator is quantised and so this means the gravitons must be also - the gravitons must lose energy in quanta.
 
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I'm quite lost in most of your explanation but I just think that if the universe is occillating then we should feel that occillation from within the universe. I don't think such a harmonique "force" is felt or has been mesured.
 

Related to Universe as a simple harmonic oscillator

1. What is a simple harmonic oscillator?

A simple harmonic oscillator is a system that has a restoring force proportional to its displacement from equilibrium and exhibits periodic motion. It can be represented by a mass attached to a spring, where the mass oscillates back and forth around its equilibrium position.

2. How is the universe considered a simple harmonic oscillator?

The universe can be considered a simple harmonic oscillator because it is constantly expanding and contracting, similar to the motion of a mass attached to a spring. This expansion and contraction is caused by the gravitational pull of matter in the universe.

3. What evidence supports the idea of the universe as a simple harmonic oscillator?

One piece of evidence is the observed redshift of light from distant galaxies, which indicates that the universe is expanding. This expansion can be thought of as the stretching of a spring in a simple harmonic oscillator. Additionally, the cosmic microwave background radiation, which is leftover radiation from the Big Bang, is consistent with the predictions of a simple harmonic oscillator.

4. Are there other theories that explain the universe's expansion besides a simple harmonic oscillator?

Yes, there are other theories, such as the inflationary theory, that also explain the expansion of the universe. However, the simple harmonic oscillator model is one of the most widely accepted and well-supported theories.

5. How does the concept of a simple harmonic oscillator help us understand the universe?

The simple harmonic oscillator model allows us to make predictions and calculations about the behavior of the universe, such as the rate of expansion and the distribution of matter. It also provides a framework for understanding the underlying principles behind the universe's behavior and can help us further our understanding of the laws of physics.

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