Quantum Gravity An Independent Inquiry into Proton Collapse

Synopsis

This book documents an independent investigation into a provocative question: could quantum effects alter the gravitational behaviour of a proton enough to change our understanding of collapse at extremely small scales? Starting with established physics, including the Schwarzschild radius and mass-density relationships, the investigation develops a mathematical hypothesis for a possible quantum correction to the classical collapse condition. This is not a claim that proton collapse has been proven. Instead, it is a transparent record of the investigation—the calculations, assumptions, questions, mistakes and discoveries made along the way. Designed for students, aspiring physicists and curious readers interested in theoretical physics, quantum mechanics and gravity, the book aims to make the mathematics understandable while preserving the actual equations and reasoning. The ultimate goal is not simply to prove the original idea, but to discover whether the idea survives serious mathematical and physical testing.