A revision of the principle of relativity
In this paper, some questions connected with the time dilation effect are discussed. A thought experiment is presented in which it has been proven that on the basis of the trajectory of a laser pulse in a moving frame of reference (spaceship) with a constant velocity, it is possible
to determine the direction of movement and speed of the system with respect to the velocity of light. It has also been shown how this statement could be experimentally confirmed. We conclude that Einstein's principle of relativity needs a revision.
Keywords: Detection of Movement; Inertial Frames of Reference; Principle of Relativity; Special Theory of Relativity; Thought Experiments; Time Dilation Effect
Document Type: Research Article
Publication date: 08 June 2013
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