Reinterpreting Rest Mass and Gravity: A Unified Framework of Mass as Emergent from Motion through Spacetime

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This is just a thought experiment, but it does seem to explain why both added gravity and added mass appears as a consequence of motion and energy in the exact same place as where the rest mass currently appears. 

What this paper is asking is, "What if the rest mass is from motion and we are going a significant speed of light and rest mass is actually momentum? What if gravity is not an intrinsic property of matter, but was the result of matter moving through space?"

Could the observable universe be moving together at .99999% the speed of light and just be frame dragging everything together, including a chunk of space time.  and this is relative to the big bang and that is why rest mass is indexed into every nucleon.  Could this be why motion in this dragged frame is rotated 90 degrees from the rest mass for total energy? 

I wonder if the observed mass of the electron would match the quark mass being acclerated to .99999% of the speed of light too.

Abstract

This paper explores a reinterpretation of rest mass and gravity as an emergent property of motion through spacetime rather than an intrinsic property of matter. By considering rest mass as an effect of high-speed motion since the Big Bang, this theory proposes a unified view of mass and momentum, where gravity arises naturally from motion-induced time dilation and spacetime curvature. This framework suggests that mass, inertia, and gravity are geometric consequences of spacetime interactions, with implications for our understanding of relativistic mass increase, cosmological redshift, and the origin of gravitational effects.

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1. Introduction

1.1 Context of Mass in Modern Physics

In the standard model of particle physics, rest mass is understood as an intrinsic property of particles, with the Higgs field providing mass to particles as they interact with it. Mass and gravity are usually considered separate phenomena: mass as a property of particles and gravity as the warping of spacetime by mass and energy, according to Einstein’s theory of general relativity. However, if we reconsider rest mass as an emergent property, a product of particles’ motion through spacetime, we could unify mass, inertia, and gravity in a single geometric framework.

1.2 Objective of the Paper

This paper aims to propose a new perspective on mass and gravity by suggesting that rest mass is not inherent to particles but rather results from initial motion from the Big Bang. This high-speed motion relative to the space time we are traveling through in the universe could explain why particles appear to have a constant rest mass and why they curve spacetime, resulting in gravitational effects. This approach provides a new way of understanding cosmological redshift and mass interactions without needing intrinsic rest mass.

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2. Rest Mass and Momentum: A Relativistic Perspective

2.1 Relativistic Mass and Inertial Mass

According to relativity, mass increases with velocity, an effect known as relativistic mass increase. When an object accelerates, the momentum it gains becomes indistinguishable from its rest mass, which Einstein formalized as $E = mc^2$. This relativistic mass creates inertia, making it harder for the object to change velocity as it gains speed, effectively increasing its "weight" in spacetime. It is telling that the binding energy of the strong force for the rest mass we observe is also E=mc^2.

2.2 Unified View of Mass through Motion

Instead of treating rest mass as intrinsic, we can consider it as a form of relativistic mass resulting from the universe’s high-speed motion since the Big Bang. This historical motion gives rise to a background "momentum" that we observe as rest mass. This concept suggests that all particles gain mass from cumulative motion through spacetime, and rest mass and inertial mass are not separate phenomena. Our perception of mass is the combined result of momentum along the particles’ worldlines through spacetime.

2.3 Role of the Higgs Field

The Higgs field, in this view, provides particles with the intrinsic mass that kept us from going light speed at the big bang, it gave a hook to rest the momentum mass onto.  Higgs field pins mass to motion through spacetime. Instead of assigning rest mass as a fundamental property, this theory treats mass as an emergent property influenced by particles' interactions and motion, blending their rest and relativistic masses into a single unified measure of mass.

• The Higgs Field and the Seed of Inertia: The Higgs field doesn’t directly give particles their full mass (as traditionally thought), but it introduces a tiny initial resistance to motion. This is crucial because without this initial resistance, particles could theoretically reach light speed right away. The resistance from the Higgs field allows particles to have a finite velocity and prevents them from immediately moving at light speed. This tiny bit of resistance acts like the initial seed for inertia.

• Accumulation of Inertia: Once the initial resistance from the Higgs field is established, as particles continue to move, they start accumulating relativistic mass due to their motion through spacetime. This accumulated relativistic mass increases their inertia (resistance to further changes in motion). The Higgs field doesn’t provide all the inertia, but it is the trigger—it’s what pins the particle’s motion to inertia and starts the buildup of inertia.

• The Link Between Rest Mass and Motion: In this view, rest mass isn't intrinsic—it's simply the result of the accumulated motion through spacetime, where the Higgs field’s initial resistance gives rise to inertia, which then leads to relativistic mass increase as the particle accelerates. The two types of mass—Initial higgs field and relativistic mass—are thus closely tied together, both emerging from the same source: the motion through spacetime and the initial resistance imparted by the Higgs field.

• The Interplay of Mass and Motion: So, instead of thinking of rest mass and relativistic mass as two separate things, they are two sides of the same coin—with the Higgs field providing the tiny initial seed of inertia that allows motion to accumulate into mass over time. As a particle accelerates, the relativistic mass continues to add up, but it always stays anchored to the particle's worldline in spacetime.

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3. Gravity as Emergent from Motion-Induced Spacetime Curvature

3.1 General Relativity and Spacetime Curvature

Einstein’s theory of general relativity posits that mass and energy curve spacetime, creating the gravitational effects we observe. Massive objects bend spacetime, and objects follow these curves, giving the appearance of gravitational attraction. However, if mass itself results from motion, we might reinterpret gravitational curvature as a consequence of accumulated motion rather than an effect solely of intrinsic mass.

3.2 Gravity as an Effect of Accumulated Motion

If the rest mass of all particles is actually the result of cumulative high-speed motion through spacetime, then gravity could emerge naturally as spacetime curves to accommodate the time-dilated paths of these particles. The higher the velocity, the greater the effect of time dilation, which creates gravitational curvature. This would mean that gravity is not a separate force but an effect of particles’ collective momentum through spacetime since the Big Bang.

3.3 Implications for Mass and Gravity as Unified Effects

From this perspective, mass and gravity are two sides of the same phenomenon: both are the result of cumulative motion through spacetime. The greater the relative motion, the greater the curvature, leading to stronger gravitational effects. This approach suggests that gravity doesn’t need a separate “force” explanation but can instead be seen as a geometric effect of motion-induced time dilation.

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4. The Cosmological Implications of Motion-Based Mass

4.1 Redshift as Time Dilation Due to Regional Motion

In standard cosmology, redshift is interpreted as evidence of universal expansion. However, if our region of the universe is moving at high speed, this motion could create time dilation effects, resulting in the observed redshift. Thus, rather than an expanding universe, the redshift might be a result of our own motion-induced time dilation relative to other regions of the universe.

4.2 Explaining Observed Mass and Cosmic Structures

This interpretation suggests that atoms appear to have rest masses due to their accumulated high-speed motion. By treating mass as a result of this motion, we don’t require an intrinsic mass to explain particle behavior or cosmic structure. Cosmic regions with different velocities could exhibit different redshift or mass effects, leading to variability in observed structures without necessitating dark energy or dark matter.

4.3 Potential Variability in Gravitational Effects

If gravity is indeed an effect of time dilation and motion, regions moving at different velocities could experience slightly different gravitational forces. This variability might explain certain discrepancies in gravitational measurements without requiring additional unseen mass, as gravitational effects are simply a result of spacetime's response to accumulated particle motion.

4.4 Why everything we see around us seems to be moving with us.

Moreover, within our region of the universe, this high-speed motion has remained consistent since the Big Bang. We cannot detect this speed by looking at our surroundings, as all matter within our observable region moves at a similar velocity relative to us. If this were not the case, objects with significant differences in speed would have diverged long ago, leaving us or them far beyond our observable range over billions of years. This concept frames our rest mass and gravitational field as part of a shared high-velocity trajectory in spacetime, unifying these properties under a common origin rooted in the Higgs field and motion.

5.  CMB Frame Dragging:

• We're dragging spacetime with us at near-light speed
• CMB lags slightly behind due to imperfect frame dragging
• This explains the observed CMB dipole (~371 km/s)
• Also explains why CMB appears nearly uniform

5. Concluding Remarks

The proposed interpretation of rest mass and gravity as emergent properties of motion through spacetime provides a novel perspective on these fundamental concepts. By rethinking mass as a product of accumulated motion since the Big Bang, this framework offers an alternative view of relativistic mass increase, cosmological redshift, and gravitational effects.

While speculative and requiring further investigation, this theory offers a thought-provoking alternative to prevailing views in modern physics. It suggests that gravity and rest mass are not separate phenomena but interconnected consequences of motion-induced time dilation. This view has significant implications for our understanding of the universe and the fundamental physics governing its behavior.

In conclusion, considering rest mass as an emergent property of motion through spacetime since the Big Bang opens up new avenues of exploration in physics and cosmology. This perspective has the potential to redefine our understanding of mass, gravity, and cosmic structure, offering a fresh take on the fundamental properties of our universe. Further research and discussion are needed to fully assess the implications and viability of this intriguing concept. Appendix A :

How fast a nucleon would have to be accelerated to achieve its current total mass, assuming that at rest it only had the mass from the quarks interacting with the Higgs field (i.e., the Higgs-generated mass). Let's walk through the process.

Given:

1. The rest mass of the nucleon (which is primarily the quark mass from the Higgs field) is much smaller than its total observed mass.
2. The total mass of a nucleon (like a proton or neutron) is not just from the quarks’ interaction with the Higgs field but also from the strong interaction energy (the binding energy of quarks held together by gluons). In this context, the observed mass is relativistic mass when the nucleon is moving at a significant fraction of the speed of light.

The question is: How fast does the nucleon need to move so that the relativistic mass becomes equal to its total observed mass (including the effects of the strong force and any additional energy contributions)?

Step-by-Step Approach:

1. Rest mass of nucleon (from quarks and Higgs):
   This is the mass of a nucleon purely due to the quarks' interaction with the Higgs field. For simplicity, let’s assume this mass is the quark mass $m_{\text{quarks}}$. This is much smaller than the nucleon's total mass.

2. Total observed mass of nucleon:
   The total mass of the nucleon is larger than the quark mass alone, because the energy from the strong force interactions adds to it. We can say the total mass is $m_{\text{total}}$, which includes both the rest mass and the strong force interaction energy.

   For example, the proton has a total mass of around $938 \, \text{MeV}/c^2$, but the quark contribution from the Higgs interaction is much smaller.

3. Relativistic mass formula:
   The relativistic mass $m_{\text{rel}}$ is given by the formula:

   $$m_{\text{rel}} = \frac{m_{\text{rest}}}{\sqrt{1 - \frac{v^2}{c^2}}}$$

   Where:

   • $m_{\text{rest}}$ is the rest mass of the nucleon (which, in this case, we’ll take to be the Higgs-induced mass from the quarks, $m_{\text{quarks}}$).
   • $v$ is the velocity of the nucleon.
   • $c$ is the speed of light.

4. Condition for the nucleon to have its total mass:
   To find the speed $v$, we want the relativistic mass to be equal to the total mass. So we set:

   $$m_{\text{rel}}=m_{\text{total<span face="\_\_ALPINA\_d83382, \_\_ALPINA\_Fallback\_d83382, ui-serif, Georgia, Cambria, "Times New Roman", Times, serif" style="letter-spacing: -0.24px;"></span>}}$$

   Substituting into the relativistic mass equation:

   $$\frac{m_{\text{quarks}}}{\sqrt{1-\frac{v^2}{c^2}}}=m_{\text{total<span face="\_\_ALPINA\_d83382, \_\_ALPINA\_Fallback\_d83382, ui-serif, Georgia, Cambria, "Times New Roman", Times, serif" style="letter-spacing: -0.24px;"></span>}}$$

5. Solving for $v$:
   To find the velocity $v$, we rearrange the equation:

   $$\sqrt{1-\frac{v^2}{c^2}}=\frac{m_{\text{quarks}}}{m_{\text{total<span face="\_\_ALPINA\_d83382, \_\_ALPINA\_Fallback\_d83382, ui-serif, Georgia, Cambria, "Times New Roman", Times, serif" style="letter-spacing: -0.24px;"></span><span class="vlist-s" face="\_\_ALPINA\_d83382, \_\_ALPINA\_Fallback\_d83382, ui-serif, Georgia, Cambria, "Times New Roman", Times, serif" style="letter-spacing: -0.24px;"></span>}}}$$

   Squaring both sides:

   $$1-\frac{v^2}{c^2}={\left(\frac{m_{\text{quarks}}}{m_{\text{total}}}\right)}^2$$

   Solving for $v^2$:

   $$\frac{v^2}{c^2} = 1 - \left( \frac{m_{\text{quarks}}}{m_{\text{total}}} \right)^2$$ $$v = c \cdot \sqrt{1 - \left( \frac{m_{\text{quarks}}}{m_{\text{total}}} \right)^2}$$
   

Example Calculation for a Proton:

• Let’s take the mass of a proton:
  • $m_{\text{total}} \approx 938 \, \text{MeV}/c^2$
  • The quark mass contribution (from the Higgs interaction alone) is much smaller. Let's say it’s roughly $m_{\text{quarks}} \approx 10 \, \text{MeV}/c^2$ (this is an estimate, but it’s much smaller than the total mass).

Now, substituting into the equation:

$$v = c \cdot \sqrt{1 - \left( \frac{10}{938} \right)^2}$$ $$v = c \cdot \sqrt{1 - (0.0107)^2}$$ $$v = c \cdot \sqrt{1 - 0.000114}$$ $$v = c \cdot \sqrt{0.999886}$$ $$v \approx c \cdot 0.999943$$

Interpretation:

For the proton to have its total mass (including the strong interaction contributions) based only on the quark mass from the Higgs interaction, it would have to be moving at approximately 99.9943% the speed of light.

This speed is extremely close to $c$, showing how much of the proton’s mass comes from the energy due to its motion (relativistic mass) at high velocities, and how small the quark mass contribution is in comparison.

In other words, most of the mass of a nucleon comes from the energy of the strong force and the kinetic energy of the quarks, and very little of it comes from the quark masses themselves via the Higgs field.