Relativity/speed of light/gravity

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The forum discussion centers on the impossibility of traveling at the speed of light, as established by the principles of relativity. A user known as 'bot builder' asserts that as one approaches the speed of light, their mass approaches infinity, making such travel unattainable. The conversation references a lengthy thread on the Blitz forums, where various perspectives, including skepticism about scientific principles, are shared. The topic is significant for those interested in the intersection of physics and programming, particularly within the context of the Blitz programming language.

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I'm not really asking for myself, but there is a really, really long topic on blitz forums(blitz is the programming language that I'm doing my physics engine in.) Guests cannot, however post to these forums unless they have bought blitz.

http://www.blitzbasic.com/Community/posts.php?topic=26762

here's the topic I'm talking about. it's currently 154 posts long, so if you got some time to spare or this is your kinda topic, check it out. It includes a person who's convinced everything is just a scheme for gaining money (flameduck). I'd be happy to say somthing (as a quote or a hyperlink to this topic) of course.

Hmmm. interesting topic really covers a lota of bases.

BTW I'm 'bot builder' and yes my arse really does effect tidal waves... (well it does)
 
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Looking at the first page, the answer is...

You can't travel at the speed of light. If you could, then relativity doesn't work, so we can't say what would happen.

Easy.
 
Yes, the correct conclusion should be: as your speed tends to the speed of light, your mass tends to infinity therefore it is impossible for you to travel at the speed of light.