PIRSA:08080070

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Epp, R. (2008). Special Relativity 11 - Simultaneity and Length Contraction. Perimeter Institute. https://pirsa.org/08080070

Epp, Richard. Special Relativity 11 - Simultaneity and Length Contraction. Perimeter Institute, Aug. 13, 2008, https://pirsa.org/08080070 

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  url = {https://pirsa.org/08080070},
  author = {Epp, Richard},
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  language = {en},
  title = {Special Relativity 11 - Simultaneity and Length Contraction},
  publisher = {Perimeter Institute},
  year = {2008},
  month = {aug},
  note = {PIRSA:08080070 see, \url{https://pirsa.org}}
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Abstract

A continuation of the SR-10 discussion on length contraction. Resolving Principle 2*.
Learning Outcomes:
• Relativity of simultaneity revisited – gaining a deeper understanding of what it means.
• A full understanding of the nature of length contraction based on relativity of simultaneity.
• Resolving a key paradox in special relativity: Principle 2*, introduced in SR-4. How it is possible to measure the same speed for the light whether you are running toward or away from a flashlight.

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