Published 7/2022 MP4 | Video: h264, 1280x720 | Audio: AAC, 44.1 KHz Language: English | Size: 1.66 GB | Duration: 6h 0m Discover Einstein's theory of special relativity and uncover the true nature of space and time.
What you'll learn Gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts within special relativity. Apply knowledge of special relativity to predict and explain physical phenomena. Derive the famous mass-energy equivalence equation E = mc^2 and uncover the true nature of space and time. Investigate the fascinating and counter-intuitive conclusions special relativity leads us to. Appreciate the role special relativity plays in modern scientific research and technology. Gain the necessary foundations to study further topics such as quantum field theory and general relativity. Requirements Only basic mathematical fluency required. A background in maths or physics is not a prerequisite. Description Introduction to special relativity is an accessible and engaging journey through the work of a true genius.With 6 hours of video content, detailed pdf slides, and a series of problems + worked solutions, this course is for anyone interested in learning about special relativity and its mind-boggling predictions. Concepts are introduced in a logical order at a tangible pace and are explained in detail within videos and summarised within slides. Special relativity is the master-work of the greatest scientist of a generation.After completing the course, you will have a detailed understanding of special relativity. Special relativity is a triumphant theory, first formulated in 1905 by Albert Einstein, that explains the behaviour of nature in its most extreme configurations, including high-energy beams within particle accelerators, and paved the way for influential technologies such as the Global Positioning System. The theory was the first indication that Newton's description of the macroscopic world, having stood undisputed for over 200 years, was incomplete.Material is presented in an intelligent manner to help advanced concepts appear straightforward.The course material is equivalent to that taught within a first-year undergraduate physics course but is presented in a clear and cogent fashion to allow for easier digestion. Problems have been written to a similar level but adjusted to include only the mathematics taught within the course. Overview Section 1: Introduction Lecture 1 What is Special Relativity? Lecture 2 How to Follow the Course Lecture 3 The Life of Albert Einstein Lecture 4 Newtonian Space and Time Lecture 5 Article: Mathematical Briefing Section 2: Foundations of Special Relativity Lecture 6 Section Introduction Lecture 7 Galilean Relativity Lecture 8 Examples: Galilean Relativity Lecture 9 Light and the Aether Lecture 10 The Michelson-Morley Experiment Lecture 11 Article: Michelson-Morley Derivation Lecture 12 Special Relativity Postulates Lecture 13 Time is not Absolute! Lecture 14 Section Conclusion Section 3: Relativistic Space and Time Lecture 15 Section Introduction Lecture 16 Lorentz Transformations: Part 1 Lecture 17 Article: Constructing the Transformation Lecture 18 Lorentz Transformations: Part 2 Lecture 19 Lorentz Transformations: Part 3 Lecture 20 Examples: Lorentz Transformations Lecture 21 Lorentz Factor Lecture 22 Invariant Interval Lecture 23 Examples: Lorentz Factor and Interval Lecture 24 Time Dilation Lecture 25 Atmospheric Muons: Part 1 Lecture 26 Length Contraction Lecture 27 Atmospheric Muons: Part 2 Lecture 28 Relativistic Velocities Lecture 29 Examples: Relativistic Velocities Lecture 30 Section Conclusion Section 4: Relativistic Mass and Energy Lecture 31 Section Introduction Lecture 32 Inelastic Collisions Lecture 33 Mass and Momentum Lecture 34 Examples: Mass and Momentum Lecture 35 Nothing Travels Faster than Light! Lecture 36 Relativistic Force Lecture 37 Work Done and Kinetic Energy Lecture 38 Energy-Mass Equivalence Lecture 39 Massless Particles Lecture 40 Article: Photon Momentum Lecture 41 Examples: Relativistic Energy Lecture 42 Section Conclusion Section 5: Consequences of Special Relativity Lecture 43 Section Introduction Lecture 44 Interstellar Travel Lecture 45 The Twin Paradox Lecture 46 Global Positioning System (GPS) Lecture 47 Article: GPS and Gravity Lecture 48 Gold Atoms and Heavy Electrons Lecture 49 Nuclear Energy Lecture 50 Creation and Annihilation Lecture 51 Particle Accelerators Lecture 52 Section Conclusion Section 6: Further Topics Lecture 53 Section Introduction Lecture 54 4D Spacetime Lecture 55 Relativistic Quantum Mechanics Lecture 56 Relativistic Fields Lecture 57 General Relativity Lecture 58 Quantum Gravity Lecture 59 Section Conclusion Section 7: Conclusion Lecture 60 Course Conclusion Lecture 61 Article: Further Study The course is suitable for anyone interesting in learning about relativity, how it can be applied to the universe, and its significance as a scientific theory in a larger context.