RelativityChallenge - F.A.Q. (c) 2005

Analysis F.A.Q.

Why don't you talk about simultaneity, the twin paradox, time dilation, or length contraction?

Let me answer this in two ways. First, these terms are all based on the assumption that Einstein's mathematical derivation is correct. If we show that his math is wrong, then everything associated with the theory has to be re-examined. These terms are specific to the Special Relativity community and I believe makes it harder for people to understand what is wrong with Special Relativity. Finally, these terms do not apply in the new model of Complete and Incomplete Coordinate Systems.

The second reason I don't talk about these terms is to make a distinction between semantics (e.g., the meaning) and syntax (e.g., the rules and structure). A conversation around the meaning of Einstein's variables and equations is essentially a conversation around semantics. My mathematical findings, however, speaks to the underlying syntax - or the validity of his derivation as evaluated against established mathematical rules. For any theory to make sense and continue to be valid, the syntax must be valid and there has to be some semantic meaning associated with the theory. In other words, you need both. Many SR proponents will cite the meaning of specific equations or variables as part of SR's semantic meaning. These semantic-based explanations do not defend against the finding of a syntactical problem in Einstein's derivation.

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