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167 | Chiara Marletto on Constructor Theory, Physics, and Possibility

Sean Carroll's Mindscape: Science, Society, Philosophy, Culture, Arts, and Ideas

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Exploring Constructor Theory in Physics

This chapter examines the role of constructor theory as an advancement of Turing machines in physics, focusing on the limitations of traditional computational models. It highlights the profound implications of self-reproduction and conservation principles in understanding physical systems, contrasting these ideas with classical views on dynamical laws, particularly in relation to planetary motion. By reframing foundational concepts of physics, the discussion seeks to illuminate complex problems surrounding initial conditions and the laws of nature.

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