Diffraction wavelength of particles in moving frames?

In summary, the characteristic wavelength of a particle is responsible for diffraction interference fringes, but this wavelength is dependent on the particle's momentum. In a moving frame of reference, the particle's momentum changes and therefore its wavelength, which can complicate the calculation of the diffraction pattern. However, once this is accounted for, the result of the calculation will be the same as in the original frame of reference.
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Here's a question I cannot seem to comply with my understanding of Quantum Mechanics.
The characteristic wavelength of a particle is responsible for diffraction interference fringes, which is part of the wavefunction solution to the schrodinger equation. But the wavelength of a particle is dependent on its momentum P. So if the whole diffraction experiment was carried out in a moving frame of reference, then by the unitary space-time translating operator G, which translates the velocity, the momentum is dependent on the frame of reference. So in the moving frame of reference, the particle would seem to have a different wavelength. So what wavelength would the diffraction pattern relate to, which I assume must give the same fringe pattern in both frames.
 
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In the moving frame the diffraction grating or slit will also be moving, which will complicate the calculation of the diffraction pattern. Once you account for this, the result of the calculation will be the same diffraction pattern as you would calculate in the original frame.
 

1. What is diffraction wavelength of particles in moving frames?

Diffraction wavelength of particles in moving frames refers to the phenomenon where the wavelength of a particle's diffraction pattern changes when observed from a moving frame of reference. This is due to the relativistic effects of time dilation and length contraction.

2. How does the velocity of the moving frame affect diffraction wavelength?

The velocity of the moving frame affects the diffraction wavelength by causing a shift in the wavelength of the diffraction pattern. As the frame approaches the speed of light, the wavelength of the diffraction pattern decreases, and the pattern becomes more compressed.

3. What is the difference between diffraction wavelength in stationary and moving frames?

The main difference between diffraction wavelength in stationary and moving frames is that the wavelength of the diffraction pattern is affected by the observer's frame of reference in a moving frame. In a stationary frame, the wavelength remains the same regardless of the observer's position.

4. How does the mass of the particle affect diffraction wavelength in moving frames?

The mass of the particle does not directly affect the diffraction wavelength in moving frames. However, the mass of the particle can indirectly affect the wavelength if it is accelerating or decelerating, as this can also cause a shift in the diffraction pattern.

5. Can diffraction wavelength in moving frames be observed in everyday life?

No, diffraction wavelength in moving frames is an effect that is only observable at very high speeds, close to the speed of light. In everyday life, the velocities of objects are not high enough to cause a noticeable shift in the diffraction pattern.

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