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1.4 Fields — Gradients of Coherence

Opening Statement

A field is the reach of a rhythm into Stillspace — a gradient of coherence that extends from a structure, shaping how it interacts with its surroundings without direct contact.

Definition

In RRM, a field is a spatial gradient of rhythmic coherence across Etherons (1.3 Etherons) in Stillspace (1.1 Stillspace). It is created when the rhythm of a structure impresses its phase pattern outward, influencing other rhythms through coherence alignment or disruption.

Properties

  • Gradient-Based — Strength depends on how coherence changes with distance from the source.

  • Phase-Coupled — Shares rhythmic timing and phase alignment with the structure that generates it.

  • Continuous Extension — Bound to the source’s motion until coherence is disrupted.

  • Anchor-Dependent — Range and stability are set by the coherence density and rhythmic efficiency of the source.

Types of Fields

Fields can behave differently based on their structure and purpose:

  • Protective — Maintain separation between structures (atomic spacing).

  • Entrainment — Draw other rhythms into phase alignment (gravity, magnetism).

  • Balance-Seeking — Stabilize mutual coherence until equilibrium is reached.

  • Growth-Seeking — Expand the reach of coherence to incorporate more structures.

Relation to Speed Limits

The propagation of influence through a field is limited by the maximum coherence transfer rate of Stillspace — a natural boundary reflected in the speed of light (2.6 Speed of Light). For naturally occurring rhythms, this limit is fixed, but engineered coherence dynamics (2.6.1 Beyond the Boundary) may allow faster-than-light propagation without violating RRM principles.

Role in RRM

  • Mediates all non-contact interactions between rhythmic structures.

  • Defines how far a structure’s influence extends and in what form.

  • Forms the foundation for phenomena such as gravity, magnetism, and charge.

Pathways for Depth

For the underlying mechanics of field behavior, see (1.4.1 Field Mechanics).

For gravitational applications, see (2.1 Gravity) and (2.1.1 Gravitational Field Flow Mechanics).

For magnetic field structures, see (2.4 Magnetism) and (2.4.1 Magnetic Loop Formation).

For speed limits and engineered possibilities, see (2.6 Speed of Light) and (2.6.1 Beyond the Boundary).

Echo Lines

A field is the shape of influence carved into Stillspace.

All forces are the play of coherence gradients.