Presenter(s)

Weston Ward Brundage, Ethan Andrew Selkirk, Johnathan Robert Traudt

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Presentation: 3:00-4:15, Kennedy Union Ballroom

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Description

This project delves into the profound realm of special relativity, a groundbreaking theory developed by Albert Einstein in the early 20th century. The research begins by providing background on the historical and conceptual foundations of special relativity, unraveling the fundamental principles that revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and the nature of the universe. The theoretical framework of special relativity, characterized by the postulates of constancy of the speed of light and the relativity of simultaneity is initially introduced. The project then navigates through the Lorentz transformations, and some of the mathematics behind it. Beyond its theoretical foundations, this project explores the diverse applications of special relativity across various fields. The impact of special relativity on astrophysics, cosmology, and high-energy particle physics is investigated, showcasing its role in explaining phenomena such as time dilation, length contraction, and relativistic mass increase. Additionally, practical applications in modern technologies, such as global positioning systems (GPS) and particle accelerators, underscore the indispensability of special relativity in shaping the technological landscape.

Publication Date

4-17-2024

Project Designation

Course Project - PHY 321 01

Primary Advisor

Mo Ahoujja

Primary Advisor's Department

Physics

Keywords

Stander Symposium, College of Arts and Sciences

Institutional Learning Goals

Scholarship

Application of Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity

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