A new perspective on Fatio's Flux

The vacuum energy is not zero. A conceptual analysis is presented in motivation for space as a dynamic omnidirectional particle flux, to which matter is mostly transparent, from which equations of mass, energy, motion and gravity can be derived. It is shown through equations that a unit of mass is measured when an object is accelerated in the flux and causes a momentary flux disturbance. Once in motion, if no further external force exists, the mass remains in constant motion in the flux (as per Newton’s 1st law and Minkowski’s straight worldline). E=mc2 is derived from relativistic Doppler equations in the flux and proposed as not only a measure of mass, but also a measure of the strength of the local flux that defines the value of mass. If a fraction of flux is absorbed into any mass, a flux imbalance is formed around the mass, at the speed of light, which can be interpreted as Minkowski’s curved worldline or Einstein’s curved space. From analysis, the mechanics of gravity emerge. A Newton-like equation is derived from first principles where Newton’s apparent ‘instant action at a distance’ is now understood through interpretations of this hypothesis. As derived here, neither G nor M can be considered universal constants. The original Fatio/Le Sage’s shadow-gravity theories inspired this model, yet it is shown that the numerous troubles that have plagued these theories have been overcome. This model is compatible with energy absorption in Jovian planets, and predicts a flat rotation curve for motion in a galactic disk without a need for Dark Matter. Loss of mass and Binding Energy is understood. Through an understanding of the mechanics of this model, a quantum solution of gravity may now be pursued