On reconciling quantum mechanics and local realism

TL;DR

This paper proposes a modification in the application of quantum mechanics to separated systems, reconciling it with local realism and supporting a unified axiomatic framework for physics.

Contribution

It introduces a natural change in quantum mechanics application that aligns it with local realism, supported by reinterpretation of key experiments.

Findings

Reinterpretation of EPRB experiment supports local realism

Proposed change reconciles quantum mechanics with local realism

Enables a consistent global axiomatic set for physics

Abstract

A necessary and natural change in our application of quantum mechanics to separated systems is shown to reconcile quantum mechanics and local realism. An analysis of separation and localization justifies the proposed change in application of quantum mechanics. An important EPRB experiment is reconsidered and it is seen that when it is correctly interpreted it supports local realism. This reconciliation of quantum mechanics with local realism allows the axiom sets of quantum mechanics, probability, and special relativity to be joined in a consistent global axiom set for physics.