LightCone7Combo Tutorial Part II - Charts - Comments

In summary, Jorrie submitted a new post on PF Insights discussing the difficulty of understanding interactive parameters and expansion in relation to the LightCone7Combo tutorial. They also mentioned an issue with the charts in Internet Explorer and suggested a workaround for users.
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LightCone7Combo Tutorial Part II - Charts

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Very difficult to get an intuitive view of all these interactive parameters, even with all those graphics.
No wonder common sense discussions about expansion are always off the mark, and arguments over arguments lead nowhere.
 
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eltodesukane said:
Very difficult to get an intuitive view of all these interactive parameters, even with all those graphics.
Since this is a tutorial, it is the right place to ask for clarifications, not only about the calculator, but also about the parameters and results.
 
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There is an issue under investigation with the LightCone7 charts and Internet Explorer. The charts are produced without any clipping of the curves where they fall outside of the selected axes limits, giving a messy look. This does not happen in either Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome, so it may be a HTML or Java script interpretation problem in the IE browser. For IE users, and until this is resolved, I recommend a workaround of opening a separate window in FF (or Chrome) and then opening LightCone7Combo in there.
 

1. What is a light cone in the context of physics?

A light cone refers to the path that light takes through space and time according to the theory of relativity. It is a cone-shaped region that represents the possible paths of any object traveling at the speed of light, with the tip of the cone being the present moment and the base of the cone being all possible future and past events.

2. How do I interpret the charts in LightCone7Combo Tutorial Part II?

The charts in Part II of the tutorial show the relationship between time and space in the context of the light cone. The x-axis represents space while the y-axis represents time. The diagonal line represents the path of light, with points above the line representing events that can be influenced by light, and points below the line representing events that cannot be influenced by light.

3. What is the purpose of the comments section in LightCone7Combo Tutorial Part II?

The comments section allows users to ask questions and provide feedback on the tutorial. It also serves as a platform for discussion and sharing of ideas related to the topic.

4. Can I use the charts in LightCone7Combo Tutorial Part II for my own research?

Yes, the charts in the tutorial are free to use for educational and research purposes. However, it is important to properly cite the source and give credit to the author.

5. Are there any limitations to the charts in LightCone7Combo Tutorial Part II?

The charts in the tutorial are based on the assumptions and principles of the theory of relativity. They may not accurately represent situations involving extreme conditions such as black holes or quantum mechanics. It is always important to consider the limitations and uncertainties of any scientific model or theory.

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