Quantum Organ – Guitar Reflection

Alice and Bob coexist in superposition states until the caretaker, as an external observer, forces a collapse of those states. This confusing quantum imagery causes Bob to finally loose his patience.

“Anyone who is not shocked by quantum theory has not understood it.” Today, this quote from Niels Bohr is certainly still true. The shock has lasted for over 100 years. Nowadays, it is slowly giving way to a more pragmatic approach. Applications of quantum physics are now found in almost all branches of industry.

Our picture of the guitar mirror and the model of quantum organ derived therefrom represent this pragmatic approach to quantum physics. The models do not claim to be true; instead, they provide help for use in practical applications.

Each model leaves room for interpretation. This reflects the strength of quantum physics, but also the fascination with the scientific research in general, because the truth is open.