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On the Logical Inconsistency of the Special Theory of Relativity

Received: 22 February 2017     Accepted: 14 April 2017     Published: 13 June 2017
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Abstract

Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity requires systems of clock-synchronised stationary observers and the Lorentz Transformation. Without both, the Theory of Relativity fails. A system of clock-synchronised stationary observers is proven inconsistent with the Lorentz Transformation, because it is Galilean. The Special Theory of Relativity insists that Galilean systems must transform not by the Galilean Transformation, but by the non-Galilean Lorentz Transformation. The Theory of Relativity is therefore invalid due to an intrinsic logical contradiction.

Published in American Journal of Modern Physics (Volume 6, Issue 3)
DOI 10.11648/j.ajmp.20170603.12
Page(s) 43-48
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Keywords

Special Relativity, Simultaneity, Stationary Observers, Clock-Synchronised Observers, Lorentz Transformation, Time

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