Jeandel-Rao Aperiodic Tiling as a Geometric Basis of the Fine-Structure Constant

Regulars are buzzing about a newly shared paper claiming the Jeandel-Rao aperiodic tiling holds the key to understanding the fine-structure constant. The author, rikeanimer, sparked a lively debate by sharing their work, but not before some commenters struggled to access it due to Google Drive permissions issues. Critics, like tromp, swiftly pounced on the author's conjecture, deeming it "preposterous" and pointing out its inaccuracy, while rikeanimer remained defiant, challenging detractors to find a more accurate alternative. The thread is abuzz with a mix of skepticism and curiosity, highlighting the community's ongoing fascination with the intricate dance between mathematics and physics.

Snapshot generated from the HN discussion