The discussion centers on the complexities of traveling at relativistic speeds, specifically half the speed of light, and the implications for time dilation and relative motion. Participants clarify that all motion is relative, meaning there is no absolute speed or direction in the universe. The time dilation experienced during a 10-year journey at this speed would result in only about 1.5 years of differential aging compared to Earth. Additionally, the conversation highlights the lack of a fixed reference point for measuring speed in space, emphasizing that relative velocity is what truly matters.
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Looking at his diagram, this is a basic relativity of simultaneity misunderstanding -(light signals from the common source in the center reach the detectors at the same time only in the frame in which the two detectors and the emitter are at rest) with a generous admixture of invalid clock synchronization assumptions.
I'd started a reply but am inclined to think that one of the earlier answers is better: read Taylor and Wheeler or equivalent, come back if you get stuck somewhere and we can help you over the hard spot.