The discussion revolves around determining the time interval between two Formula 1 cars moving at different constant speeds on a circuit. The original poster presents a scenario where two cars, A and B, start from the same point and travel distances based on their speeds, leading to a question about calculating the time gap between them.
The discussion is ongoing, with participants offering various definitions and calculations for the time interval. Some have provided specific examples with numerical values, while others are seeking clarification on the definitions used in the problem. There is no explicit consensus on the correct approach or formula at this stage.
Participants note that the definitions of terms like "interval time" and the variables involved (such as x1) are not universally agreed upon, leading to differing interpretations of the problem. The context of Formula 1 racing and how timing is measured is also a point of discussion.
It's not a valid reference for PF discussion.ilasus said:What you think about this video ?
Neither is this article.ilasus said:Thanks for the reply, but the video doesn't talk about relativistic velocities or TR. In order to see the relevance you are referring to and to present your own opinion, you should watch the video first. If you don't like videos, then read the attached PDF article.