Proof that a negative mass causes superluminal speeds?

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The discussion centers on the theoretical concept of negative mass and its implications for superluminal speeds. It suggests that if negative mass exists, such objects could potentially travel faster than light, raising questions about the fundamental limits of speed in physics. Participants highlight the lack of established formulas or references in conventional physics literature to support this theory. The conversation concludes with a consensus that pursuing this line of reasoning may not be fruitful due to the absence of scientific backing. Overall, the topic remains speculative and not grounded in widely accepted physics.
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I've heard this theory, based on the assumption that if negative mass objects exist, they would travel faster than light. I planned on mentioning this in a physics paper I have to write for my class, but I just realized that I have no idea what formula shows this correlation. Can somebody help me?

Bonus question: C is the maximum speed limit for normal objects, so for negative mass objects, would C be the minimum speed limit? Just a thought.
 
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What is negative mass? Will you please cite some reference for it?
 
pantheid said:
I've heard this theory, based on the assumption that if negative mass objects exist, they would travel faster than light.

Not in any conventional physics book, article or class you didn't. I would abandon this line of reasoning.
 
Oh, so that's why I couldn't think of a formula as proof: there is none. Thanks for the help guys.
 

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