PIRSA:08070052

Special Relativity 14 - The Curved Geometry of a Rotating Space

Epp, R. (2008). Special Relativity 14 - The Curved Geometry of a Rotating Space. Perimeter Institute. https://pirsa.org/08070052

Epp, Richard. Special Relativity 14 - The Curved Geometry of a Rotating Space. Perimeter Institute, Jul. 27, 2008, https://pirsa.org/08070052 

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            language = {en},
            title = {Special Relativity 14 - The Curved Geometry of a Rotating Space},
            publisher = {Perimeter Institute},
            year = {2008},
            month = {jul},
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Richard Epp University of Waterloo

Talk numberPIRSA:08070052
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Abstract

The spacetime diagram of a rotating Bob is analyzed, leading us to conclude that his spatial geometry is curved.
Learning Outcomes:
• Understanding the physical effects of the rotation on the rotating observers, metal panels of the cylinder and so forth.
• Understanding the properties of a rotating cylinder using a spacetime diagram.
• Understanding curved spaces: The negatively curved space of a rotating observer and the positively curved space representing the real gravitational field of the Sun.