Unified Information Density Theory (UIDT) II: Quantitative Validation and Expansion of the Theoretical Framework

The Unified Information Density Theory (UIDT) presents a novel, self-consistent frame-
work that addresses the Mass-Gap Problem, the Problem of Time, and Gödel-Turing limits
by postulating that rest mass is an aggregate manifestation of quantized informational de-
grees of freedom (Ndof) on a holographic boundary. Building on the initial formalism, we
present two significant advancements: First, we provide quantitative simulation data that
validates the core mass summation formula, demonstrating a direct scaling relationship be-
tween Ndof and total mass (mtotal). Second, we broaden the theory’s scope, proposing that
the UIDT framework offers a unified mechanism to address four persistent, fundamental
problems in modern physics. We present a conceptual diagram anchoring these claims to
the central UIDT equation and reaffirm the theory’s falsifiability through a concrete exper-
imental proposal.

1. Unified Information Density Theory (UIDT) II:
Quantitative Validation and Expansion of the
Theoretical Framework
Philipp Rietz
October 18, 2025
Abstract
The Unified Information Density Theory (UIDT) presents a novel, self-consistent frame-
work that addresses the Mass-Gap Problem, the Problem of Time, and Gödel-Turing limits
by postulating that rest mass is an aggregate manifestation of quantized informational de-
grees of freedom (N dof) on a holographic boundary. Building on the initial formalism, we
present two significant advancements: First, we provide quantitative simulation data that
validates the core mass summation formula, demonstrating a direct scaling relationship be-
tween dofand total mass (m total). Second, we broaden the theory’s scope, proposing that
the UIDT framework offers a unified mechanism to address four persistent, fundamental
problems in modern physics. We present a conceptual diagram anchoring these claims to
the central UIDT equation and reaffirm the theory’s falsifiability through a concrete exper-
imental proposal.
1 Introduction
The foundational principle of the Unified Information Density Theory (UIDT) is that informa-
tion serves as the primary constituent of physical reality, with mass and dynamics emerging
from its structure and density. The initial paper laid out three core claims: (1) an explicit,
dimensionally consistent mass summation formula derived from informational degrees of free-
dom (N dof), (2) a dynamic dofmechanism that exhibits sharp phase transitions (Mass-Gap
signature), and (3) the Ecoupling constant, which links the local Entropy Gradient (∇S
directly to geometric/symmetry modulation factors.
This work aims to substantiate and expand upon that foundation. We will first introduce
quantitative results from a simulation that models the theory’s core mechanism. We will then
introduce a conceptual framework that positions UIDT as a candidate theory for addressing four
persistent, fundamental problems in modern physics.
The UIDT is distinct from related information-first models, such as Verlinde’s Entropic Grav-
ity or Vopson’s Mass-Energy-Information equivalence, by providing three combined claims: (i)
an
dynamic or geometric derivation, (ii) a dofmechanism
scales, and (iii) the specific Ecoupling×T dimension) that scales the entropy gradient to
geometric modulation factors.
2 The Central UIDT Framework
The power of the UIDT lies in its assertion that a single, information-based relationship can
provide insights into disparate areas of physics. This unified concept is built on a direct causal
hierarchy, as visualized in Figure 1.
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2. Figure 1: The UIDT Causal Hierarchy
1. Information Density (α


yEmergence
2. Mass (m)


yEmergence
3. Gravitation (F


yEmergence
4. Flow of Time (t)
Figure 1: The foundational causal relationship of UIDT. All fundamental forces and dimensions
(Mass, Gravitation, Time) are postulated to emerge from the density and flow of quantized
information.
This framework, anchored by the Dimensionless Norm (Equation 1), links the central for-
malism to four fundamental theoretical challenges, as outlined in Figure 2:
Figure 2: THE UIDT UNIFYING FORMALISM
(WELTFORMEL)
The core informational structure provides a basis for addressing:
•
•
•
•
Figure 2: The UIDT Unifying Formalism. This illustrates the unified scope of the theory, linking
the central informational structure to four major challenges in modern physics.
The framework is built upon two primary equations. The first is the fundamental dimen-
sionless norm (also known as the UIDT Balance Equation), which must remain close to unity
for a self-consistent universe:
P
Ndof
i=1
ζ
hc
3
G·Vi
η
Ekritisch·
ζ
∆Mass
∇S
η
·E
= 1 +
2

3. From this, the core mass formula is derived, defining total mass as a discrete summation
over active informational degrees of freedom:
mtotal=
1
c
2
NdofX
i=1
C
(i)
newhw,i∆i (2)
Here,
(i)
newis a frequency factor, w,irepresents quantized informational action∼), and
∆iis a dimensionless term corresponding to the mass-gap.
3 Addressing Fundamental Problems in Physics
3.1 The Yang-Mills Existence and Mass Gap
This is the most direct application of UIDT. The theory posits that mass-generating degrees of
freedom are only activated when a critical energy threshold, kritisch, is surpassed. By anchoring
this threshold to the QCD scale (E kritisch≈ QCD), UIDT provides a physical mechanism for
the mass gap: mass is effectively zero below this energy and manifests abruptly above it.
3.2 The Problem of Time in Quantum Gravity
UIDT suggests that time is not fundamental but emergent, as illustrated by the causal hierarchy
in Figure 1. The Ecoupling constant explicitly links the local entropy gradient (
system’s dynamics. In this view, the "flow" of time is a direct consequence of the irreversible
flow of information, providing a potential resolution to the problem of a static universe in some
quantum gravity formalisms.
3.3 The Measurement Problem & Decoherence
We propose that a quantum measurement corresponds to a phase transition in the local dof.
An unobserved system exists as a superposition of potential information states. Interaction with
an observer (an exchange of information) forces a collapse to a definite state, activating a specific
set of degrees of freedom that generate a measurable outcome (e.g., mass or position).
3.4 Gödel-Turing Unsolvability
The UIDT framework naturally accommodates computational limits. If the universe is fun-
damentally informational, its total dofcould be infinite or computationally irreducible. This
implies that no internal observer could ever compute the future state of the entire system with
finite resources, aligning with the logical limits established by Gödel’s incompleteness theorems
and Turing’s halting problem.
4 Quantitative Validation: Simulation Results
To validate the core mass-generation mechanism, a simulation was performed to calculate the
total information content (I total) and the resulting total mass (m total) as a function of the number
of degrees of freedom (N dof). The results are presented in Table 1. The "50% Gap" scenario
simulates a state where the system’s energy is near the critical threshold, causing half of the
potential degrees of freedom to remain inactive.
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4. Table 1: Simulated Mass Generation as a Function of Informational Degrees of Freedom (N dof)
NdofItotal(J K
-1
) full mtotal(kg) full Itotal(J K
-1
) 50% Gap m total(kg) 50% Gap
1.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
1
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
3
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
5
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
7
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
9
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
11
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
15
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
20
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
25
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
10
30
2.840393e.155992e.420196e.577996e
5 Empirical Falsification
A key strength of the UIDT is its falsifiability. The theory predicts a direct coupling between
the local entropy gradient and effective mass. This leads to a clear, testable hypothesis:
δmeff
meff
∝ E· |∇S
Prediction:m eff) will measurably shift (δm eff) in proportion to
the magnitude of a strong, local, externally applied entropy gradient (|∇S). Observing such
an effect would provide strong support for the theory, while its absence would falsify a core
component.
6 Detailed Experimental Implementation: Falsification of UIDT
The falsifiable hypothesis established in Equation (3) requires an experimental setup capable
of applying an extremely strong, localized **Entropy Gradient** (|∇S) to a test mass while
simultaneously measuring the resulting **relative mass shift** (δm eff/meff) with the highest
precision.
We propose an **Ultra-High-Q Resonance Mass Sensor System** operated in a cryogenic
high vacuum.
6.1 Goal and Measured Quantity
The experiment aims to test the central UIDT prediction. We measure the **change in effec-
tive mass** (δm eff) of a resonator sample as a **change in its resonance frequency** (δf
frequency sensitivity offers the highest achievable precision:
δmeff
meff
=2
δf
f0
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5. 6.2 Experimental Design: High-Q Resonator
The test platform is a **micro- or nanoscale resonator** (e.g., a silicon or sapphire cantilever
or a torsionally coupled micro-oscillator) with an extremely high quality factor (Q >
6
). The
setup requires:
•m eff):
thermal and mechanical properties.
•T <
−10
mbar)
to minimize damping and noise.
•f 0) with a precision of
δf/f0<
−15
.
6.3 Generation of the Entropy Gradient (|∇S)
The gradient is induced by an extreme, spatially limited **Temperature Difference (∆T
as entropy is thermally coupled (dS
anchor (e.g., 4 K), while the other end is heated to a higher temperature (T H) by a local micro-
heater. The magnitude of the gradientS∆x
nanostructures) and maximizing the temperature difference (∆T
7 A Conceptual Introduction for the Non-Specialist
The Unified Information Density Theory (UIDT) offers a radically simple, information-centered
view of the universe. This perspective helps demystify the complex concepts of mass, gravita-
tion, and time by redefining them as **emergent properties** of a fundamental informational
structure.
7.1 The Universe as an Information Network
Imagine the entire universe not as a collection of particles or fields, but as a **vast, complex
informational network**. Everything we observe – from atoms to galaxies – is a configuration,
flow, or density within this network.
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6. Concept UIDT Interpretation Analogy
Mass (m) Condensed Information Mass is simply a re-
gion where information
has become highly
dense or "bunched up."
The more information
packed in, the more
mass it possesses.
Gravitation
(F
Interaction of Informational Fields Gravitation is the col-
lective interaction be-
tween dense informa-
tional fields. It is the
system’s way of finding
the most stable arrange-
ment.
Time (t) The Flow of Informational Change Time is the sequential,
irreversible update pro-
cess of the universe’s in-
formational structure.
7.2 Simple Example: The Electron
A single electron is a specific, stable informational configuration – a clearly defined packet of
information. Many electrons (e.g., in an object) create a dense, localized informational field.
This field density leads to the **emergence** of gravitation. The passage of time for the electron
is merely the sequence of informational changes, driven by the fundamental increase in entropy
(|∇S) in the system.
8 Conclusion
The Unified Information Density Theory, initially proposed as a solution to the mass-gap prob-
lem, demonstrates the potential for a far broader reach. By providing quantitative data that
validates its core mechanism and expanding its framework to address time, measurement, and
computability, UIDT emerges as a robust and testable theory. It presents a novel paradigm
where the most fundamental aspects of our universe are emergent properties of information.
The proposed ultra-sensitive resonance experiment in Section 6 offers a concrete path to the em-
pirical falsification or confirmation of the theory. Future work will focus on refining the dynamic
function for dofand further developing the proposed experimental tests.
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