There is an indication that a finite universe fits the data
better than an infinite one. However, the “standard” 5-
criterion for a discovery, corresponding to a confidence
level = 5.7 × 10−7, includes the value L = ∞.
The first paper only estimates the maximum curvature, not the size.
Hmm hmm, thanks. If it turns out that our current physical models imply that the universe is in fact finite, my “concerns” would go poof. You seem to be leaning towards finiteness, if so, may I ask what you base that on?
From the last paper you linked:
The first paper only estimates the maximum curvature, not the size.
Hmm hmm, thanks. If it turns out that our current physical models imply that the universe is in fact finite, my “concerns” would go poof. You seem to be leaning towards finiteness, if so, may I ask what you base that on?
See my replies to Wei Dai.