Quantum reference frames in the context of EPR

Philosophy of Science 71 (5):655-668 (2004)
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Abstract

Taking a cue from Bohr’s use of the notion of a reference frame in his reply to EPR’s argument against the completeness (and consistency) of standard quantum theory, this paper presents an analysis ofthe role of reference frames in the situation considered by EPR, using a quantum‐theoretical account of physical reference frames based on the work of Mackey, and Aharonov and Kaufherr. That analysis appears to justify at least some crucial aspects of a Bohrian reply to EPR.

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The EPR Experiment: A Prelude to Bohr’s Reply to EPR.Michael Dickson - 2002 - Vienna Circle Institute Yearbook 9:263-275.

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