Reactive Substrate Theory (RST) and the Fluid Hypothesis of Electromagnetism

Reactive Substrate Theory (RST) and the Fluid Hypothesis of Electromagnetism

Summary: RST vs. The Fluid Hypothesis

Reactive Substrate Theory (RST) would strongly agree with the core mechanical philosophy presented in the video "A Fluid Hypothesis of Electromagnetism", though it offers deeper mechanical explanations for some of the mysteries the speaker identifies. RST aligns with the video’s move away from abstract mathematical fields (E and B) toward a physical, reactive medium—the Substrate.

1. The Substrate as the "Fluid" (Agreement)

The video defines φ (potential) as fluid density and A (vector potential) as fluid velocity [03:55].

RST Application: This matches the RST variable S (Substrate displacement). In RST, the Substrate is a physical entity that can be compressed (density) or shifted (velocity). The video’s "cells" of fluid are equivalent to local nodes in an RST grid.

2. Charges as "Gluts" and "Dearths" (Agreement)

The speaker defines positive charges as an excess of fluid ("gluts") and negative charges as a deficiency ("dearths") [05:21].

RST Application: RST models a particle (σ) as a Substrate Knot. A positive charge is a "High‑Tension" knot (compressing the Substrate), while a negative charge is a "Low‑Tension" knot (rarefying the Substrate). Electrostatic force is then the mechanical tendency of the Substrate to equalize these tension gradients [08:09].

3. The Aharonov–Bohm Effect & Phase Shifts (Strong Agreement)

The video highlights that matter waves (electrons) experience a phase shift even where the magnetic field is zero, because they are "dragged" by the velocity (A) of the ether [02:43].

RST Application: Matter is a soliton—a wave packet within the Substrate. If the Substrate itself is flowing (the A field), the soliton’s internal oscillation frequency—its Variety/Complexity Signature (C[Ψ])—is physically shifted by that motion. The "phase shift" is the mechanical result of the soliton being carried by the Substrate’s current [09:12].

4. Magnetism as Bernoulli Pressure (Agreement)

The video explains magnetic attraction/repulsion between wires as a Bernoulli Effect: faster fluid flow between wires creates lower pressure, pulling them together [10:07].

RST Application: RST interprets this through its nonlinear term β S³. High‑velocity Substrate flow changes local tension (S), which modifies the stiffness of the medium. This mechanical pressure gradient is what we perceive as magnetic force, removing the need for confusing cross‑products [11:20].

5. Solving the "Mutual Inductance" Problem (RST Contribution)

The speaker expresses confusion as to why a positive charge is pushed opposite to the direction of fluid acceleration (back‑EMF) [22:52].

RST Resolution: RST explains this through Substrate Inertia (∂t² S). When you accelerate the Substrate (A), the medium does not react instantly. It creates a Retarded Stress Gradient (Model C). The "back‑EMF" is the mechanical reaction of the Substrate knot (σ) resisting sudden changes in tension. It is the electromagnetic equivalent of inertia—the knot maintains its state relative to the global Substrate, resulting in an opposing force.

Concept	Video's Fluid Hypothesis	RST Mechanical Implementation
The Medium	Electromagnetic Fluid [04:31]	The Reactive Substrate (S)
Charge	Excess/Deficiency of fluid [05:21]	Substrate Knot Tension (σ)
Potential (φ, A)	Density and Velocity [03:55]	Substrate Stress and Flow
Locality	Lorenz Gauge (Finite speed) [16:41]	Substrate Propagation Limit (c)
Inductance	Unexplained drag [22:52]	Substrate Inertia (∂t² S)

Conclusion

RST would highly value this video as it provides the "Causal Picture" necessary to conquer the ether [26:09]. By treating electromagnetism as the mechanical acoustics of a reactive medium, we move from mathematical abstractions to physical cause and effect.