If the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate....

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The discussion revolves around the concept of the universe's expansion at an accelerating rate, exploring the implications of this acceleration and the possibility of calculating vectors related to this expansion. It touches on cosmological theories, particularly the Big Bang Theory, and the nature of the universe's origin and structure.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests that if the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate, it may be possible to calculate vectors at any moment to identify a universal acceleration point and direction.
  • Another participant challenges the notion of a "big bang point," stating that according to Big Bang Theory, the universe began everywhere simultaneously and does not have a center.
  • A third participant reiterates the initial claim about calculating vectors and implies that the original poster has misconceptions about cosmology, recommending further reading on the topic.
  • A fourth participant notes the frequency of similar discussions in the forum and suggests that the thread be closed, indicating a lack of new insights.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express disagreement regarding the interpretation of the Big Bang Theory and the concept of a central point in the universe. The discussion remains unresolved, with multiple competing views presented.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in the assumptions made about the nature of the universe's expansion and the implications of the Big Bang Theory, which are not fully explored in the discussion.

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If the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate, either through a "pushing" or "pulling" force in a direction, and we have come from a "big bang point", then I wonder if we could calculate all our vectors at anyone moment and time to find the universal acceleration point and direction. If we could calculate at any point or relative motion from the big bang point of origin in the galaxy, our solar system's vector in the galaxy, our planet's vector in the solar system, and our personal vector on the planet... could we directly observe, and even draw from, that force that is accelerating the expansion?
 
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Colm said:
and we have come from a "big bang point"
This is already incorrect. According to Big Bang Theory, the universe did not begin at one single point. It began everywhere, and it began simultaneously. There is no "center" to the universe.
 
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Colm said:
If the universe is expanding at an accelerating rate, either through a "pushing" or "pulling" force in a direction, and we have come from a "big bang point", then I wonder if we could calculate all our vectors at anyone moment and time to find the universal acceleration point and direction. If we could calculate at any point or relative motion from the big bang point of origin in the galaxy, our solar system's vector in the galaxy, our planet's vector in the solar system, and our personal vector on the planet... could we directly observe, and even draw from, that force that is accelerating the expansion?
I recommend the link in my signature. Based on this post and your other thread, it's clear that you have a VERY large set of misconceptions about cosmology and would benefit greatly from just reading some of the basics.
 
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We have had more threads on this than I can count. Comeback City and Phinds are correct. I suggest that you take Phinds' suggestion, also you can read some of the many threads about this here at the forum. Thread closed.
 

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