Is Lorentz Ether Theory a Viable Alternative to General Relativity?

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Lorentz Ether Theory (LET), proposed by H.E. Lorentz, is being explored as a potential alternative to General Relativity (GR), with modern physicists like Herbert Ives and John Bell investigating its generalizations. The discussion highlights that experiments confirming quantum non-locality challenge the foundations of Special Relativity (SR) by suggesting the possibility of absolute simultaneity, which contradicts Einstein's synchronization methods. Critics argue that while LET may offer a different perspective, both it and Einstein's theories yield the same experimental predictions, thus lacking a clear experimental basis for preference. The conversation also touches on the philosophical implications of these theories, particularly regarding concepts of time and free will. Overall, the viability of LET as an alternative to GR remains a contentious topic among physicists and philosophers alike.
  • #151
Dale, to be blunt: I don't see any productive reason to continue this dialogue. I have stated over and over again that LET and SR are far more than just the Lorentz transformations. If you disagree with that, as you apparently do, let's simply agree to disagree and move on.
 
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  • #152
Dmitry, 1 and 2 are consistent b/c of what I have stated many times: LET and SR are about more than just length contraction and time dilation. As with Dale, if you don't agree with this, let's just agree to disagree and move on.
 
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