Infinite Plane Telescope's View of Faraway Person

In summary, the horizon would never block the telescopes view of the other person even though he is billions of miles away.
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Ravilochana das
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If I were on an infinitely flat plane and had an infinitely powerful telescope, could i see another person through that telescope standing on that same plane billions of miles away? is it true that the horizon would never block the telescopes view of the other person even though he is billions of miles away?
 
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Ravilochana das said:
is it true that the horizon would never block the telescopes view
Whats the "horizon means in here"
 
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I see, thanks Ryan.
 
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Ravilochana das said:
I see, thanks Ryan.
When EM waves propagate across a metal surface, there is a cancellation effect at low heights. So you would not be able to see anything below a certain angle of elevation.
 
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RyanH42 said:
Whats the "horizon means in here"
you would see what looks like a horizon if you were on a flat plane
 
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Ravilochana das said:
you would see what looks like a horizon if you were on a flat plane
As far as I can imagine, there would be a narrow strip of darkness around the horizon. So it would look like a horizon but slightly elevated.
 
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tech99 said:
As far as I can imagine, there would be a narrow strip of darkness around the horizon. So it would look like a horizon but slightly elevated.
if you were laying down it would seem less elevated
 
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Ravilochana das said:
if you were laying down it would seem less elevated
The lower you are, the higher the band of darkness.
 
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tech99 said:
The lower you are, the higher the band of darkness.
what would create a band of darkness?
 
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Ravilochana das said:
what would create a band of darkness?
The wave reflected from the sheet will cancel the direct wave. It is like the principle of flying under the radar.
 
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tech99 said:
The wave reflected from the sheet will cancel the direct wave. It is like the principle of flying under the radar.
oh
 
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The basic answer is yes, you would be able to see the person because you have line of sight to them. There are MANY reasons why you wouldn't be able to see them a billion miles away in the real world and many more ways of getting around these problems, none of which are relevant to this particular question.
 

FAQ: Infinite Plane Telescope's View of Faraway Person

What is an Infinite Plane Telescope's view of a faraway person?

An Infinite Plane Telescope's view of a faraway person is a theoretical concept in which a telescope with infinite magnification is able to capture an image of a person standing at an infinite distance away. This would result in a clear, detailed image of the person despite them being impossibly far away.

Is an Infinite Plane Telescope possible?

No, an Infinite Plane Telescope is not possible with our current technology. It is a theoretical concept that helps us understand the limits of magnification and the capabilities of telescopes.

How would an Infinite Plane Telescope work?

An Infinite Plane Telescope would need to have an infinite focal length, meaning the distance from the lens to the focal point would need to be infinite. It would also require an infinitely powerful light source to illuminate the faraway person and an infinitely sensitive detector to capture the image.

What are the limitations of an Infinite Plane Telescope's view of a faraway person?

While an Infinite Plane Telescope's view of a faraway person is a fascinating concept, there are some limitations to consider. The main limitation is that it is not physically possible to create an infinite focal length or an infinitely powerful light source. Additionally, atmospheric distortion and other factors could still impact the clarity of the image even with an infinite magnification.

How does an Infinite Plane Telescope's view of a faraway person relate to the concept of infinity?

The concept of infinity is central to the idea of an Infinite Plane Telescope's view of a faraway person. It represents the idea that there are no limits to magnification and that even at an infinite distance, we can still see and understand the details of an object or person. It also helps us understand the concept of infinity in relation to space and the universe.

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