Elementary analysis of the special relativistic combination of velocities, Wigner rotation and Thomas precession
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DOI10.1088/0143-0807/32/4/016zbMATH Open1219.70055arXiv1102.2001OpenAlexW3106030600WikidataQ59619489 ScholiaQ59619489MaRDI QIDQ3087795FDOQ3087795
Authors: Kane O'Donnell, Matt Visser 
Publication date: 17 August 2011
Published in: European Journal of Physics (Search for Journal in Brave)
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to provide an elementary introduction to the qualitative and quantitative results of velocity combination in special relativity, including the Wigner rotation and Thomas precession. We utilize only the most familiar tools of special relativity, in arguments presented at three differing levels: (1) utterly elementary, which will suit a first course in relativity; (2) intermediate, to suit a second course; and (3) advanced, to suit higher level students. We then give a summary of useful results, and suggest further reading in this often obscure field.
Full work available at URL: https://arxiv.org/abs/1102.2001
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