The Observer Effect is the general scientific principle that observing or measuring a system can change the system being observed. In physics, measurement usually requires some form of interaction, and that interaction can alter the state or behavior of the object being measured. The idea becomes especially important in quantum mechanics, where measurement plays a fundamental role in determining what can be known about a quantum system. Before measurement, certain properties can be represented by a range or superposition of possible outcomes, while a measurement produces a definite recorded result. The observer does not need to be a conscious human, since a detector or other physical interaction can perform the measurement.
Framing Note: Frames are selected by the artist and are included primarily to protect the artwork during handling and transit. Collectors are welcome to reframe the artwork after receipt according to their personal preference.
Material: Mixed Metals
Imperial
Piece: 20" × 30"
Frame: 22" × 32"
Weight: 3.44 lbs
Metric
Piece: 50.8 × 76.2 cm
Frame: 55.9 × 81.3 cm
Weight: 1.56 kg
The Observer Effect is the general scientific principle that observing or measuring a system can change the system being observed. In physics, measurement usually requires some form of interaction, and that interaction can alter the state or behavior of the object being measured. The idea becomes especially important in quantum mechanics, where measurement plays a fundamental role in determining what can be known about a quantum system. Before measurement, certain properties can be represented by a range or superposition of possible outcomes, while a measurement produces a definite recorded result. The observer does not need to be a conscious human, since a detector or other physical interaction can perform the measurement.
Framing Note: Frames are selected by the artist and are included primarily to protect the artwork during handling and transit. Collectors are welcome to reframe the artwork after receipt according to their personal preference.
Material: Mixed Metals
Imperial
Piece: 20" × 30"
Frame: 22" × 32"
Weight: 3.44 lbs
Metric
Piece: 50.8 × 76.2 cm
Frame: 55.9 × 81.3 cm
Weight: 1.56 kg
