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each of which is greater than c/3? can it work?
edit: i mean superposing* in the title
edit: i mean superposing* in the title
Is superimposing three velocities possible?
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The discussion centers on the feasibility of superimposing three velocities, each exceeding c/3, within the framework of special relativity. Participants reference the Lorentz transformations to analyze the scenario where multiple observers perceive different velocities. The conclusion is definitive: despite individual perceptions of velocities being greater than c/3, the resultant velocity as perceived by an external observer remains below the speed of light, c.
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I assume you are referring to the Lorentz transformations. Perhaps if you specified the situation you are thinking of we could be of more help.Nitric said:
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Nitric said:
Nope … if A thinks B is going north at c/2, and B thinks C is going north at c/2, and C thinks D is going north at c/2, then A still thinks D is going less than c (how much?
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