The speed of light has been broken:

[SpeedDMN]

I subscribe to the notion that what can be conceived can be achieved. Imagine how incredible the modern world would look to people from even 100 years ago. Assuming the planet doesn't self destruct, I think the possibilities are endless including breaking the light barrier. Einstein was unquestionably brilliant, but I wonder how many of his theories would change if he had today's data and equipment.

[Rick_EE]

Originally Posted by SpeedDMN

Einstein was unquestionably brilliant, but I wonder how many of his theories would change if he had today's data and equipment.

Relativity is actually simple algebra. The problem occurs at the speed of light when you end up dividing by zero. There really is no problem with being faster than light, you just can't go the speed of light to get there. If there was such a thing as instant acceleration, it would work.

[SpeedDMN]

Originally Posted by Rick_EE

Relativity is actually simple algebra. The problem occurs at the speed of light when you end up dividing by zero. There really is no problem with being faster than light, you just can't go the speed of light to get there. If there was such a thing as instant acceleration, it would work.

Humm, where I can't claim to understand quantum physics, I believe the word "instant" was used in the article hence faster then light. heck if I know, but it is interesting.

[TQ]

The problem is transcending status geometry. FTL speeds are possible by a mechanism capable of generating a distortion in the spacetime such that it is folded, or "warped" or by escaping through higher and lower bands of hyperspace and utilizing theoretical avenues described in String Theory.

Or people could just start wearing more hats.

[SpeedDMN]

Originally Posted by TQ

The problem is transcending status geometry. FTL speeds are possible by a mechanism capable of generating a distortion in the spacetime such that it is folded, or "warped" or by escaping through higher and lower bands of hyperspace and utilizing theoretical avenues described in String Theory.

Or people could just start wearing more hats.

Hummm..I see you and kONGO have been bowling together..

[zsaz1029]

Originally Posted by Sandog

That blur you see when Starship Enterprise hits warp 9 is when it crosses the speed of light barrier.

Errr, excuse me. Warp 1 is the speed of light.

Thank you.

[TQ]

Then what is the speed of plaid? And when one travels at that speed does one rip the fabric of the universe?

[XJ.]

Originally Posted by Rick_EE

Relativity is actually simple algebra. The problem occurs at the speed of light when you end up dividing by zero. There really is no problem with being faster than light, you just can't go the speed of light to get there. If there was such a thing as instant acceleration, it would work.

Not really, it just boils down to a simple algebraic equation. Getting to that simple equation is a whole other story.

As far as there being 'no problem" with being faster than light - I don't think we really know what means. While I have actually worked out quantum tunneling mathematics (back in my university days) I haven't kept up with current research an don't know what progress has been made understanding what is really going on (visa vi quantuum tunneling).

Oh, and I don't bowl

[Vheox]

Bah... who cares how it works! Just get me off this planet!!

[Protoplasm72]

Originally Posted by Vheox

Bah... who cares how it works! Just get me off this planet!!

Give me all your money and possession and I can get you off this planet. Just don't ask how it works

[Vheox]

Originally Posted by Protoplasm72

Give me all your money and possession and I can get you off this planet. Just don't ask how it works

Ok. Here's 20 bucks and a pack of smokes. Can I go now?

[TQ]

Good thing 'cause I think it's a non smoking flight...

[Vheox]

Originally Posted by TQ

Good thing 'cause I think it's a non smoking flight...

It's ok, I got my nicotine gum!

[blackdog]

if your a member of the mile high club how in theory would u become a member of the faster then light club?

[TQ]

In a relativistic sense getting to third base before the date began would qualify, I think.