The Metaphysics of Velocity

Author: Meyer U.

Source: Philosophical Studies, Volume 112, Number 1, January 2003 , pp. 93-102(10)

Publisher: Springer

Abstract:

Some authors have recently argued that an object's velocity is logically independent of its locations throughout time. Their aim is to deny the Russellian view that motion is merely a change of location, and to promote a rival account on which the connection between velocities and trajectories is provided by the laws of nature. I defend the Russellian view of motion against these attacks.

Language: English

Document Type: Research article

Affiliations: 1: Department of Philosophy, Davidson College, Box 7092, Davidson, NC 28035-7092, USA E-mail: ulmeyer@davidson.edu

Publication date: 2003-01-01

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