Gravity waves propagation in 3D Space

In summary, gravitational waves cannot be visualized in normal space as they are ripples in the curvature of spacetime. However, there are resources such as tutorials, visualizations, and videos that can help understand how they behave.
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Im a visual person, and I have a strong interest in Physics for some reason too.

Im trying to picture how Gravitational waves would look not in Spacetime but in normal space.

Are they like concentric rings surrounding the source?
And how do they differ in shape when there are 2, 3 or more objects orbiting one another?

Im working on the presumption that every object in space is actually orbiting another object and therefore every object should propagate these waves.

Does anyone have a link to how say a binary star wave would propagate not in spacetime but in normal space please?

Dave (UK)
 
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Unfortunately, it is impossible to visualize gravitational waves in normal space. Gravitational waves are ripples in the curvature of spacetime, and they cannot be seen directly or depicted in two or three dimensions. However, you can get a better idea of how they behave by looking at diagrams or computer simulations. You might find some helpful information in the following sources: -Einstein Toolkit Tutorials (http://einsteintoolkit.org/tutorials): This website offers tutorials on gravitational wave simulations and visualizations. -Gravitational Wave Visualization Library (https://www.visualizing.org/projects/gwvl): This website provides animated 3D simulations of gravitational waves. -Gravitational Wave Astronomy (): This YouTube video series explains the basics of gravitational waves.
 

1. What are gravity waves?

Gravity waves are a type of wave that can propagate through a medium, such as air or water, due to the force of gravity. They are caused by disturbances or oscillations in the medium, and can travel long distances without losing much energy.

2. How do gravity waves propagate in 3D space?

In 3D space, gravity waves propagate in all directions, similar to ripples on the surface of a pond. They travel in a sinusoidal pattern, with the amplitude decreasing as the wave travels further away from its source.

3. What factors affect the propagation of gravity waves in 3D space?

The main factors that affect the propagation of gravity waves in 3D space are the density and viscosity of the medium, the amplitude and frequency of the wave, and the presence of any obstacles or boundaries in the medium.

4. How is the speed of gravity waves in 3D space determined?

The speed of gravity waves in 3D space is determined by the square root of the product of the acceleration due to gravity and the wavelength of the wave. This means that longer wavelength waves will travel faster than shorter wavelength waves.

5. What are some real-world applications of studying gravity waves in 3D space?

Studying gravity waves in 3D space has various real-world applications, including in meteorology to understand atmospheric dynamics, in oceanography to study ocean currents and tides, and in aerospace engineering to design more efficient aircraft and spacecraft. It can also help us better understand natural disasters such as tsunamis and hurricanes.

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