The Kochen-Specker Theorem Revisited in Quantum Measure Theory

TL;DR

This paper revisits the Kochen-Specker Theorem within the framework of quantum measure theory to explore implications for observer-independent interpretations of quantum mechanics.

Contribution

It offers a new perspective on the Kochen-Specker Theorem by analyzing it through quantum measure theory and its relevance to Sorkin's interpretation.

Findings

Revisits the Kochen-Specker Theorem in a new theoretical context

Analyzes implications for observer-independent quantum interpretations

Provides insights into the compatibility of hidden variables with quantum mechanics

Abstract

The Kochen-Specker Theorem is widely interpreted to imply that non-contextual hidden variable theories that agree with the predictions of Copenhagen quantum mechanics are impossible. The import of the theorem for a novel observer independent interpretation of quantum mechanics, due to Sorkin, is investigated.