A thought Experiment in Time Dilation

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The discussion centers on a thought experiment involving time dilation using a disc made of super strong material spun at ultra high RPMs in a vacuum chamber. Theoretical calculations suggest that the edge of the disc, moving at 17% of the speed of light, would experience time dilation, aging slower than the center. However, participants clarify that while clocks on the edge would tick more slowly, there would be no visual disappearance of the edge, as time dilation does not equate to traveling back in time. The experiment has been referenced in existing literature, specifically Kuendig's work in Physical Review.

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  • Understanding of special relativity and time dilation
  • Familiarity with the concept of rotational motion and centrifugal forces
  • Knowledge of the Mossbauer effect and its applications
  • Basic principles of high-speed mechanics and material science
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  • Research the Mossbauer effect and its implications in relativistic physics
  • Study Kuendig's paper in Physical Review, Vol. 129, No. 6 (1963)
  • Explore the Ehrenfest Paradox and its relevance to rotating systems
  • Investigate practical applications of time dilation in GPS satellite technology
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Physicists, students of relativity, engineers interested in high-speed mechanics, and anyone exploring the implications of time dilation in theoretical physics.

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Hey just trying to learn something and maybe have an interesting conversation,buddy. Apparently no matter how many times I ask you will reply.
 
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just dave said:
Apparently no matter how many times I ask you will reply.

As long as you keep asking the same question, we'll keep giving the same answer, yes. But perhaps it would be easier just to close the thread at this point, so I have done so.
 
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