I can derive the relativistic equations for time dilation and length contraction for Einstein's theory of relativity; is there a similar derivation for relativisitic mass increase? I figure it must have something to do with the conservation of momentum at relativistic speeds, but I have not yet seen a good derivation.
2007-06-28 15:04:38 · 3 answers · asked by Rob K 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
m = m_0/beta
Annalen der Physik 4 XVII 891-921 (1905)
Dont be too comfy with observed length contraction. If it whizzes by rather than hits you in the nose it Terrell rotates instead.
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2007-06-28 15:12:13 · answer #1 · answered by Uncle Al 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Relativistic Mass Derivation
2016-12-10 16:41:08 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been unable to get an understandable explanation to this question. Somehow the energy that is applied to the moving mass at near light speed must be converted into mass and it is absorbed by the moving body, but if this is correct would you not have the mother of all black holes?
2007-06-30 07:30:17 · answer #3 · answered by johnandeileen2000 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋