Real life examples of simultaneity - Physics Forums
Oct 26, 2011 · This discussion centers on the concept of simultaneity in the context of special relativity, particularly how observers perceive events differently based on their relative motion. …
Is Simultaneity Absolute or Relative in the Theory of Relativity?
Sep 18, 2023 · Of course, the relativity of simultaneity is not intuitive for us, because we don't move close to the speed of light relative to objects in our surroundings (our "reference …
Relativity of Simultaneity Questions - Physics Forums
Aug 9, 2021 · All three, time dilation, length contraction, and relativity of simultaneity are important. The Lorentz transform encapsulates all three. In working out the numbers, you …
Entanglement & Wave Function Collapse • Physics Forums
Aug 8, 2019 · Does the wave function for his particle still collapse? If so, and in accordance with the relativity of simultaneity, will there be a reference frame in which the wave function of …
What is the essence of the ladder paradox in relativity?
Nov 15, 2024 · According to relativity of simultaneity, events may not always be simultaneous from both frames of reference. The scenario described above happens due to lorentz length …
Variation of the lightning train thought experiment
Jan 9, 2024 · First, Einstein's lightning thought experiment is overcomplicated and confusing. I always suggest ignoring it, as there are many simpler and better ways to demonstrate the …
Observers A & B: Rest & Simultaneity - Physics Forums
Jul 18, 2019 · In the discussion, observers A and B are at rest relative to each other, leading to the conclusion that if impacts are simultaneous for one observer, they are simultaneous for …
Einstein's train-lightning scenario doesn't demonstrate relativity
Jan 10, 2021 · The popular account of Einstein's train-and-lightening thought experiment doesn't demonstrate "the relativity of simultaneity" as it is always claimed. In fact, it does the opposite: …
What Paradox of Simultaneity Did Feynman Challenge Us to Explore?
Jun 9, 2004 · Feynman challenged the audience to explore paradoxes of simultaneity over large distances, particularly regarding information outside one's light cone. The discussion included …
Relativity of simultaneity -- an example in D.Morin's book
Dec 23, 2016 · The discussion centers on the relativity of simultaneity as illustrated in David Morin's book. It explains how two synchronized clocks on a moving train show different …