Abstract

This paper proposes a foundational operating system for consciousness by modeling consciousness as a measurable, structured energetic field rather than a purely subjective or emergent phenomenon. It introduces a formal three-layer ontology of consciousness—Ordered Energy (OE), Entropic Energy (EE), and Relational Energy (RE)—and defines quantitative indices for consciousness measurement and coherence, including Vibrational Consciousness Energy (VCE), Consciousness Resonance Index (CRI), and Conscious Field Index (CFI). Building on this ontology, the paper presents the Consciousness Operating System (COS) as a multi-layered architectural framework integrating consciousness metrics, information flow, and system-level coordination. The work further situates consciousness within a civilization-scale model through the Consciousness–Kardashev Scale (CK0–CK5), providing a bridge between philosophy of mind, ontology, complex systems theory, and applied scientific research. This document serves as a foundational reference and prior-art declaration for consciousness-based science, artificial intelligence alignment, and civilization-scale system design.