PIRSA:08070052

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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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  url = {https://pirsa.org/08070052},
  author = {Epp, Richard},
  keywords = {},
  language = {en},
  title = {Special Relativity 14 - The Curved Geometry of a Rotating Space},
  publisher = {Perimeter Institute},
  year = {2008},
  month = {jul},
  note = {PIRSA:08070052 see, \url{https://pirsa.org}}
}

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.

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