Entropy-Induced Collapse (EIC) Model – Part 1: A Thermodynamic Threshold Framework for Quantum Measurement

This paper, the first in a planned series, proposes the Entropy-Induced Collapse (EIC) model, an idea inspired by quantum eraser experiments. The EIC model introduces a clear physical criterion for quantum state collapse: collapse occurs when the entropy exchanged between a quantum system and its environment surpasses a dynamically evolving threshold. This framework addresses the ambiguities and experimental challenges of conventional collapse theories such as GRW and decoherence, by incorporating advances in quantum error correction (QEC) and non-Markovian noise (fractional Brownian motion), and by presenting realistic experimental validation protocols for current quantum devices. As an independent researcher, I actively leveraged AI as a supplementary tool, while providing original ideas and direction for the research myself. The development of this paper was also enriched by valuable discussions and advice from leading scientists. This work demonstrates that with the right ideas, responsible knowledge, and a proactive approach, even independent researchers and non-specialists can publish meaningful scientific papers by utilizing AI, contributing to the ongoing democratization of science. This paper is the first part of a broader series, which will further explore quantum computing, black holes, the nature of time, and other related topics. The present work summarizes the core theory, experimental roadmap, comparative analysis with previous models, and practical application to actual quantum processors.