Visualizing relativistic effects in spacetime

ABSTRACT

We have developed an innovative ray-tracing algorithm to describe Relativistic Effects in SpaceTime (“REST”). Our algorithm, called REST-frame, simulates a generalized world in Spacetime and gives the fine details implicit in the Special Theory of Relativity that have not yet been made apparent. These novel simulations disclose the non-intuitive realm of Special Relativity and, by visualization means, advance beyond the findings of past revelations concerning relativistic effects. Through the application of state-of-the-art computation technology and simulation techniques to earlier quests in Physics, REST-frame offers a flexible visualization tool to study some of the most exciting aspects of the natural world; particularly, the rich visual properties associated with the finite speed of light.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  J. Computer Applications
  J.2 PHYSICAL SCIENCES AND ENGINEERING
      Subjects: Physics

Additional Classification:
  I. Computing Methodologies
  I.3 COMPUTER GRAPHICS
  I.4 IMAGE PROCESSING AND COMPUTER VISION
  I.6 SIMULATION AND MODELING

General Terms:
Algorithms, Design, Experimentation, Verification