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A covariant, field-theoretic ultraviolet regularization mechanism derived from a non-perturbative scalar-tensor action replaces the classical Kerr ring singularity with a non-singular, toroidal Kerr-de Sitter core, thereby mitigating the formation of Closed Timelike Curves. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.ESTABLISHES_NEW_DIRECTION.

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To establish a covariant, field-theoretic mechanism within effective field theory that eliminates the classical Kerr ring singularity and prevents chronological violations without relying on ad-hoc fluid models.

August 20, 2026Open Access

A Covariant Mechanism for Kerr Singularity Regularization via U(1) Noether Currents

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To establish a covariant, field-theoretic mechanism within effective field theory that eliminates the classical Kerr ring singularity and prevents chronological violations without relying on ad-hoc fluid models.
Formulated a ghost-free scalar-tensor action where spacetime angular momentum is sourced by fundamental U(1) Noether phase currents, analogous to superfluid vortices.
Solved the coupled Einstein-scalar equations over stationary axisymmetric backgrounds using asymptotic boundary analysis and 2D numerical Banach–Sobolev relaxation.
Extreme curvature gradients trigger a finite ultraviolet saturation limit in the scalar field, dampening frame-dragging and yielding an internal mass scaling of M ∝ Σ³.
Replaced the central ring singularity with a regular toroidal Kerr–de Sitter core characterized by globally finite curvature invariants, including the Kretschmann scalar.
Maintained a non-negative azimuthal metric component throughout the stationary geometry, effectively preventing the formation of closed timelike curves.

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Theoretical analysis demonstrates regularized Kerr singularities via scalar Noether currents in rotating spacetimes, suggesting a causal resolution to black hole interior paradoxes.

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Adam Chakchaev (2026) studied this question.

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Theoretical analysis demonstrates regularized Kerr singularities via scalar Noether currents in rotating spacetimes, suggesting a causal resolution to black hole interior paradoxes.

A Covariant Mechanism for Kerr Singularity Regularization via U(1) Noether Currents

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A Covariant Mechanism for Kerr Singularity Regularization via U(1) Noether Currents

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