Cosmological Phenomena and the Unification of Forces in the Simplicial Universe Engine v13.3.6

AbstractThis paper (v13. 3. 6) applies the Universe Engine framework to the largest scales of reality, offering a geometric solution to the "Dark Sector" problems without invoking hypothetical particles or fluids. We demonstrate that the anomalies currently attributed to "Dark Energy" and "Dark Matter" are actually intrinsic properties of a discrete, 4-dimensional simplicial lattice. Key Theoretical Insights: Dark Energy as Dimensional Geometry (The 1: 3 Ratio): The observed ratio of Matter to Dark Energy (~25% vs ~75%) is derived as a direct consequence of spacetime dimensionality. Matter arises from deformation in the 1 temporal dimension. Vacuum Energy (expansion) arises from deformation in the 3 spatial dimensions. Assuming uniform information processing, energy distributes according to degrees of freedom: 1: 3. Conclusion: The universe expands because space geometrically dominates time. Dark Matter as Lattice Hysteresis: We reject the existence of "Dark Matter" particles. Instead, we propose that the lattice possesses elastic hysteresis. When massive objects (galaxies) move through the discrete lattice, the deformation does not relax instantly. This "lag" creates a residual gravitational potential—a "ghost" of past mass positions—which mimics the gravitational pull of invisible matter. Unified Ontology: The theory unifies all phenomena under a single postulate: Lₛpace² + Lₜime² = Lₜotal²Gravity, Electromagnetism, and Cosmological Expansion are simply different modes of lattice deformation. Testable Predictions ("Smoking Guns"): The paper lists specific experimental signatures to distinguish this theory from the Standard Model: Gamma-Ray Dispersion: High-energy photons should exhibit slight arrival time differences due to lattice granularity (Planck-scale violation of Lorentz invariance). Gravitational Hysteresis: Satellite galaxies entering a massive halo should show different dynamics than those exiting it (asymmetry forbidden by static Dark Matter halos). Antimatter Gravity: Antimatter must fall down (attractive gravity) because it possesses positive temporal extension (mass). ContextThis module completes the "Universe Engine v13. 3" series, scaling the microscopic laws of lattice mechanics up to the cosmological evolution of the Universe itself. Files Included: CosmologicalPhenomenaSimplicialUniverseEngineᵥ13₃. pdf (Full Paper) Author InformationJulian Zoria (Independent Researcher) ORCID: 0009-0002-2424-5291Email: julian. zoria@proton. me