The discussion centers on the application of Lorentz transformations to analyze time dilation for a clock at a negative coordinate in a moving frame. The participants utilize the coordinates P' = (-7/8 ls, 0, 0) and a velocity of v = 3/5c, leading to a Lorentz factor γ = 5/4. The calculations reveal that the moving clock appears to beat faster, with the derived time dilation formula being t' = (35/24 sec) / (5/4) = 7/6 sec. The conversation emphasizes the importance of correctly applying Lorentz transformations and understanding the distinction between different observers' perspectives in relativity.
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DaleSpam said:I think the three of you should take your arguments back to the other forum. It is rather impolite to register on a new forum for the purpose of continuing an argument that was already banned or moderated in another forum. I don't think it is explicitly against the rules, but it is certainly not a way to make a good impression.
rpenner said:If you are OK with the interpretation of your first post in that a particle moves with uniform speed from x = 0 to x = 1/5 light seconds. And if you are OK with the interpretation of your confused presentation that this takes 3/5 second, how in the world do you object to the calculation of the particle's speed as w = Δx/Δt = c/3 ?