The experimental foundations of the special theory of relativity
Abstract
Requirements for experimental schemes for verifying different aspects of the special theory of relativity are investigated. It is proposed that verification of the whole content of the theory be based on the postulate of the Lorentz invariance of radiation laws. The concept of the simultaneity of spatially disconnected events is discussed along with some considerations for first-order experiments.
- Publication:
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In: Einstein collection 1973. (A75-43227 21-70) Moscow
- Pub Date:
- 1974
- Bibcode:
- 1974ec...book..360A
- Keywords:
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- Experiment Design;
- Lorentz Transformations;
- Relativity;
- Coordinate Transformations;
- Experimentation;
- Invariance;
- Light Speed;
- Mathematical Models;
- Physics (General)