Episode 19 (Video) - The Meaning of Moving Systems Models (CICS and SRT)

Posted by Steven Bryant On June - 15 - 2009

Do you want to know what Time Dilation is and why Einstein needed it to make Relativity work? In Episode 19, we explain what things mean.   We’ll talk about the main concepts that are important for each moving system model - Newton, Lorentz, Einstein, and the CICS Model. After watching this episode, [...]

Episode 18 (Video) - Part 2 - Comparative Analysis of Moving Systems Models

Posted by Steven Bryant On October - 6 - 2008

In Episode 18, I present Part 2 of a 2 part presentation delivered at the AAAS/NPA Conference held in April 2008 at the University of New Mexico.  This presentation compares and contrasts the models presented by Michelson-Morley, Lorentz, Einstein, and myself - clearly outlining the key assumptions behind each model.  In addition, I summarize the [...]

Episode 17 (Video) - A Look at Einstein’s 1905 Derivation

Posted by Steven Bryant On August - 11 - 2008

In Episode 17, we take an advanced look at Einstein’s derivation of the SRT transformation equations given in Section 3 of his 1905 paper to generate the equations and analyze the problem in creating his Tau equation. In the the past, I have reviewed Einstein’s derivation from an algebraic perspective. While that perspective [...]

Episode 16 (Video) - Part 1 - Moving Systems Foundational Equations

Posted by Steven Bryant On July - 28 - 2008

In this Episode, I present Part 1 of a 2 part series that I delivered at this year’s AAAS/NPA conference held at the University of New Mexico. This presentation looks at the impact of bi-directional movement in generating the equations associated with moving systems. It establishes the foundational equations that are used by [...]

Episode 11 (Video) - Michelson-Morley Experiment AAAS/NPA Conference Presentation

Posted by Steven Bryant On April - 15 - 2008

In this episode, I delivery a presentation entitled Revisiting the Michelson-Morley Experiment to Reveal and Earth Orbital Velocity of 30 km/s. This presentation was originally given at the 15th Annual NPA conference on April 11, 2008 at the University of New Mexico. The conference was held in collaboration with the American Association for the Advancement [...]

Welcome to RelativityChallenge.com

Posted by Steven Bryant On February - 8 - 2009Comments Off

Odds are that you’ve arrived here because you either 1) are convinced that something is wrong with Einstein’s theory of Relativity and want to explore what that might be or 2) you believe that Special Relativity is right and want to know what people who disagree with his theory are saying.

Regardless of the reason that brought you here, I hope that as you explore the materials on the site you’ll learn something new. We cover a lot of material ranging from the specifics around Einstein’s mistake, to the introduction of an alternative model, to a review of some of the more well known scientific experiments related to Special Relativity.

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Episode 19 (Video) - The Meaning of Moving Systems Models (CICS and SRT)

Posted by Steven Bryant On June - 15 - 2009Comments Off

Do you want to know what Time Dilation is and why Einstein needed it to make Relativity work? In Episode 19, we explain what things mean.   We’ll talk about the main concepts that are important for each moving system model - Newton, Lorentz, Einstein, and the CICS Model. After watching this episode, you should be able to explain the key concepts of Relativity such as Time Dilation and Length Contraction.  This knowledge is beneficial to both supporters of, and challengers to, Special Relativity.  We will explain why Einstein needed these terms for this theory to make sense and how they are based on an incomplete understanding of Transformations and Wavelength. And we’ll address why our modern understanding of Transformations and Wavelength, as incorporated into the CICS Model, results in a model that is free of Time Dilation and Length Contraction. This video ends with a comparison of the moving system models and where they differ conceptually from one another.

The following specific points are covered in this video

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The Significance of Distinguishing Functions from Algebraic Equations

Posted by Steven Bryant On March - 17 - 2009Comments Off

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The Significance of Distinguishing Functions from Algebraic Equations

 

Summary

This paper answers the question from a syntax perspective:  ”Why is the ‘t’ variable in Einstein’s Tau equation different than the ‘t’ variable in the x’=x-vt equation“?  In answering this question, the concepts of scope, namespaces, global variables, and local variables are introduced. 

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39 Rules for Being a Scientific Change Agent versus a Crackpot

Posted by Steven Bryant On February - 10 - 2009Comments Off

Last year , a friend posted to his blog a brief excerpt of an NPR radio show which pitted a Special Relativity challenger against one of its supporters. During the introduction, the reporter mentioned a test developed by a UC Riverside mathematician. This test, The Crackpot Index , is a combination of satire and seriousness. In reality, it highlights a number of common pitfalls that are repeatedly made by those challenging the establishment. If you score too high on this test, you will be labeled a Crackpot.

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Mistake Identification - Introduction

Posted by Steven Bryant On February - 8 - 2009Comments Off

Many scientist critical of Special Relativity have challenged Einstein’s theory on the grounds of logical inconsistencies (e.g., challenges to the twin paradox or time dilation). While they offer compelling arguments, they have not found definitive evidence resulting in a crisis that the scientific community must respond to.

My challenge to the validity of Einstein’s equations is based on mathematics, which greatly simplifies my argument. This foundation in mathematics establishes a set of rules that the scientific community already accepts. This approach has the advantage of being readily verifiable by the greater scientific community.

Readers familiar with namespaces and overloaded variables, and their relationship withfunctions, will find the problem accurately addressed in Episode 17 of the Podcast Series – A Look at Einstein’s 1905 Derivation (Video). Simply stated, Einstein mistreats the Tau function as if it were an equation. Readers without this background will find the algebra-based approach given in the Storrs Conference Presentation (Video), easier to follow. Interestingly, Einstein and Lorentz drop a Beta term in each of their respective derivations.  This point is also discussed briefly in Episode 17 of the Podcast series.

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A Brute-Force Mathematical Challenge to Special Relativity

Posted by Steven Bryant On February - 7 - 2009Comments Off

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A Brute-Force Mathematical Challenge to Special Relativity

Summary

This paper uses real values to illustrate the problem with Einstein’s 1905 derivation of the Xi (or X-axis) transformation equation. It also discusses the root cause of the problem and why it has been an illusive problem to uncover.

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Revisiting the Michelson and Morley Experiment

Posted by Steven Bryant On February - 7 - 2009Comments Off

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Revisiting the Michelson and Morley experiment to reveal an Earth orbital velocity of 30 kilometers per second

Summary

This paper reevaluates the Michelson-Morley experiment from the perspective of frequency using the superposition of waves principle. This reanalysis reveals their detection of an Earth orbital velocity of 30 km/s.

This finding supports the CICS model and questions special relativity on experimental grounds.

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Revisiting the Ives and Stillwell Atomic Clock Experiment

Posted by Steven Bryant On February - 7 - 2009Comments Off

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Revisiting the Ives and Stillwell experiment: Comparing the accuracy of SRT against the model of Complete and Incomplete Coordinate Systems

Summary

This paper compares the predicted results of SRT and the CICS model against the actual results of the Ives Stillwell experiment. CICS is shown to predict the results of the experiment as well as, or better than, SRT.

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Understanding and Correcting Einstein’s 1905 Time Transformation

Posted by Steven Bryant On February - 7 - 2009Comments Off

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Understanding and Correcting Einstein’s 1905 Time Transformation

Summary

This paper reveals the root cause of the mistake in Einstein’s 1905 paper. It derives the time and length transformations, algebraically, revealing the problem of Einstein’s mistreatment of the time “function” as an “equation.”

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Communicating Special Relativity Theory’s Mathematical Inconsistencies

Posted by Steven Bryant On February - 7 - 2009Comments Off

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Communicating Special Relativity Theory’s Mathematical Inconsistencies

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This paper reveals Einstein’s mathematical mistakes in his 1905 paper, his 1912 paper, and his Relativity book.  While the material contained in this paper is accurate, I have found more effective ways of communicating my findings.  Please see Episode 17 in the Podcast section, for example.

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