The discussion revolves around calculating the Doppler shifted frequency of signals received from a spaceship traveling at relativistic speeds, specifically focusing on the scenario of a spacecraft moving away from Earth at 85% the speed of light and the implications of traveling towards stars at 99% the speed of light. Participants seek clarification on the formula and its application, as well as the effects of time dilation on observed frequencies.
f_o = f_s √((1+v)/(1-v)), with explanations of the variables involved, including how to interpret the sign of the speed.Participants do not reach a consensus on the application of the formula, as the discussion includes varying levels of understanding and requests for clarification. Some participants are focused on specific examples while others are seeking broader explanations.
The discussion does not resolve the complexities of time dilation or the exact calculations for different scenarios, leaving some assumptions and mathematical steps unaddressed.
Individuals interested in astrophysics, relativistic physics, or those seeking to understand the Doppler effect in the context of high-speed travel may find this discussion relevant.
Yes I have looked but I would like to see someone actually do it with real numbers and a bit of explanation I am curious as to how the time dilation works in the scheme of things. In other words what would it look like if I were in a spaceship traveling at 99% the speed of light towards a group of stars. Would the light of the stars be blue shifted? If so, by how much?PeroK said:Have you tried googling for "relativistic Doppler shift"?
mpolo said:Yes I have looked but I would like to see someone actually do it with real numbers and a bit of explanation I am curious as to how the time dilation works in the scheme of things. In other words what would it look like if I were in a spaceship traveling at 99% the speed of light towards a group of stars. Would the light of the stars be blue shifted? If so, by how much?