Horrible relativistic kinematics problem

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The discussion begins with a participant introducing themselves and mentioning a previous challenge with a relativistic kinematics problem that they ultimately solved independently. The thread appears to focus on community engagement and support rather than the specifics of the kinematics problem itself.

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  • A participant named Unto shares their experience of solving a relativistic kinematics problem independently after initially seeking help.
  • Other participants welcome Unto and engage in light-hearted conversation, including a request for a fish name.

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Hello my name is Unto

I currently study Physics (it's my first year) at the University of Bristol in England.

I first came here with a really horrible relativistic kinematics problem, but I got no answers and managed to solve it myself.

However you seem like nice guys, and it's always good to help others.
:approve:
 
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Hi Unto, welcome to PF!
 


Unto said:
However you seem like nice guys, and it's always good to help others.
:approve:

Welcome to PF, Unto!

Name a fish, please! :smile:
 


A Goberfish? =p
 

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