What equations are affected by Lorentz Transformations

In summary: If so, you might be looking for something by Einstein or Newton. What paper are you referring to? There is no relativistic equation for gravitational force, because gravity isn't described as a force in relativity.
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Many equations are affected by Lorentz transformations. Time, mass, volume of a moving object, momentum, force etc. I want to know if the following equations are affected by Lorentz transformations:

1. Distance=velocity*time (r=vt)
2. E=hv
3. j*=ot
4. F=G*m1*m2/r^2

Also, is the Newton's Theory of Universal gravitation affected by General Relativity?
 
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I'm not sure what your third equation is but the first one is obviously changed as the time is modified. The second one, I assume you mean [itex]E = \hbar \omega[/itex] which is also modified because the angular frequency is modified. This causes red/blue-shifts. Newton's law of gravitation is modified as well because of the length contraction.

However, Lorentz transformations are a feature of special relativity. General relativity is not so simple.
 
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dimension10 said:
Also, is the Newton's Theory of Universal gravitation affected by General Relativity?

General Relativity replaces Newton's theory of gravitation.
 
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I think Pengwuino's analysis is correct as far as chages in the values of the variables. But if the OP intended to ask about changes in the forms of the equations, then the form of 1 and 2 is frame-invariant.
 
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Pengwuino said:
I'm not sure what your third equation is...

Oops. I meant it to be j*=ot^4 where j* is the power radiated and o is sigma, the stefan's constant.

Pengwuino said:
However, Lorentz transformations are a feature of special relativity. General relativity is not so simple.

So [tex] F=G\frac{{m}_{1}{m}_{2}}{{r}^{2}}[/tex] is changed in General Relativty also?

Pengwuino said:
...the first one is obviously changed as the time is modified. The second one, I assume you mean [itex]E = \hbar \omega[/itex] which is also modified because the angular frequency is modified. This causes red/blue-shifts. Newton's law of gravitation is modified as well because of the length contraction.

Thanks.

jtbell said:
General Relativity replaces Newton's theory of gravitation.

So, [tex] F=G\frac{{m}_{1}{m}_{2}}{{r}^{2}}[/tex] is changed in General Relativty?
 
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dimension10 said:
So, [tex] F=G\frac{{m}_{1}{m}_{2}}{{r}^{2}}[/tex] is changed in General Relativty?

Yes, it no longer makes sense to speak of forces in GR.
 
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Pengwuino said:
Yes, it no longer makes sense to speak of forces in GR.

But in modern physics, string theory does talk about gravity as a force, right? And in string theory,

[tex] F=G\frac{{m}_{1}{m}_{2}}{{r}^{2}}[/tex]

is still correct right?
 
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dimension10 said:
But in modern physics, string theory does talk about gravity as a force, right? And in string theory,

[tex] F=G\frac{{m}_{1}{m}_{2}}{{r}^{2}}[/tex]

is still correct right?

No it isn't.
 
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Dimension10, relativity isn't just a matter of putting fudge factors in equations. If you want to learn some relativity, some good books are (from easiest to hardest):

Takeuchi, An Illustrated Guide to Relativity
Mermin, It's About Time: Understanding Einstein's Relativity
Taylor and Wheeler, Spacetime Physics
 
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bcrowell said:
Dimension10, relativity isn't just a matter of putting fudge factors in equations. If you want to learn some relativity, some good books are (from easiest to hardest):

Takeuchi, An Illustrated Guide to Relativity
Mermin, It's About Time: Understanding Einstein's Relativity
Taylor and Wheeler, Spacetime Physics

Thanks. I have also read the paper itself but I can't really find his equation for the Gravitational force...
 
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dimension10 said:
Thanks. I have also read the paper itself but I can't really find his equation for the Gravitational force...

What paper are you referring to? There is no relativistic equation for gravitational force, because gravity isn't described as a force in relativity.
 
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dimension10 said:
Thanks. I have also read the paper itself but I can't really find his equation for the Gravitational force...

Are you maybe talking about an equation describing tidal gravitational forces?
 

FAQ: What equations are affected by Lorentz Transformations

What are Lorentz Transformations?

Lorentz Transformations are a set of equations in special relativity that describe how measurements of space and time change for an observer in one frame of reference when compared to an observer in a different frame of reference.

Which equations are affected by Lorentz Transformations?

The equations affected by Lorentz Transformations are the equations that describe the relationships between space and time, such as distance, time, velocity, and acceleration. These include the equations for time dilation, length contraction, and the addition of velocities.

How do Lorentz Transformations affect the equations for time and distance?

Lorentz Transformations cause time and distance measurements to appear different for observers in different frames of reference. This is due to the fact that the speed of light is constant and the same for all observers, regardless of their frame of reference.

Are there any equations that are not affected by Lorentz Transformations?

Yes, there are some equations that are not affected by Lorentz Transformations. These include the equations for conservation of energy and momentum, as well as the equations for force and work.

Why are Lorentz Transformations important in physics?

Lorentz Transformations are important in physics because they allow us to understand how measurements of space and time change for observers in different frames of reference, which is crucial in understanding the principles of special relativity and the behavior of objects moving at high speeds.

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