B Would All Observers See a Warp Drive Spaceship at Constant Speed?

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The discussion centers on the impossibility of a warp drive spaceship traveling at 2c, as this violates the principles of special relativity. It emphasizes that massive objects cannot exceed the speed of light, making the original question scientifically unanswerable. Participants are encouraged to reframe their inquiries to align with established physical laws. The thread concludes with a note that the question is based on a false premise, leading to its closure. Understanding the limitations of speed in relativity is crucial for meaningful discussions on warp drive concepts.
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If you were in a warp drive spaceship traveling at say 2c. Would all observers see your ship traveling at 2c?
 
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You can't travel at 2c (twice the velocity of light in vacuum)! This violates the postulate of special relativity. Massive objects cannot even travel at the speed of light $c$. So you can modify your question to make it meaningful so that someone can help.
 
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If you were in a warp drive spaceship traveling at say 2c. Would all observers see your ship traveling at 2c?
Welcome to the PF. :smile:

Your question is based on a false premise, so it cannot be answered scientifically. Thread is closed.
 
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