Special relativity and time dilation: Einstein’s calculation errors.
Published In: Physics Essays, 2025, v. 38, n. 2. P. 112 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Beala, Alasdair N. 3 of 3
Abstract
In 1905, Einstein presented his Special Theory of Relativity and derived transformation equations from it, which he then used to calculate time dilation as t = t√(1-v²/c²). However, his calculation included inconsistent assumptions and failed to consider relevant equations from his relativity analysis. When these errors are corrected, the correct time dilation equation based on his theory is t=t√(1-v²/c²)/(1+v/c). Therefore, if Einstein's theoretical explanation for time dilation is correct, his equation for it is wrong, and slowing of a moving clock should be greater than he claimed. Alternatively, if his equation for time dilation is correct, then his theoretical explanation for it must be wrong, and a different explanation is required. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Additional Information
- Source:Physics Essays. 2025/06, Vol. 38, Issue 2, p112
- Document Type:Article
- Subject Area:Physics
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:0836-1398
- DOI:10.4006/0836-1398-38.2.112
- Accession Number:186938582
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