Abstract
New four coordinates are introduced which are related to the usual space-time coordinates. For these coordinates, the Euclidean four-dimensional length squared is equal to the interval squared of the Minkowski space. The Lorentz transformation, for the new coordinates, becomes an SO(4) rotation. New scalars (invariants) are derived. A second approach to the Lorentz transformation is presented. A mixed space is generated by interchanging the notion of time and proper time in inertial frames. Within this approach the Lorentz transformation is a 4-dimensional rotation in an Euclidean space, leading to new possibilities and applications.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1237-1251 |
Number of pages | 15 |
Journal | Foundations of Physics |
Volume | 33 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 2003 |
Keywords
- Euclidean 4-space-time
- Lorentz transformation
- Mixed space
- Special relativity
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Physics and Astronomy