Athlete Holding a 20m Pole in a 10m House

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In summary, the conversation discusses the classic pole-in-barn paradox, where an athlete with a horizontal 20m pole moves at a relative velocity v of γ=2 and reaches a 10m house, which appears to be only 5m in his frame due to Lorentz contraction. The resolution involves the relativity of simultaneity and it is not necessary for the pole to fit in the house in the athlete's rest frame.
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I was thinking about this for a while now but I coudn't explain it, si here is it :, We have and athlète holding a horizental 20m pole, he's moving at with a (relative) velocity v such that γ = 2, he kept until reaching a 10m large house and closed the door, the house is at rest, now for the "rest" frame of reference we know that this can happen due to lorentz contraction, so in the athlète frame this happens two, but in his frame the house is only 5m large and the pole is 20m, can someone help and tell me if i missed something ?
 
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This is just the classic pole-in-barn paradox. The resolution is in the relativity of simultaneity. It is not necessary that the pole fits in the house in the athlete rest frame.
 
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FAQ: Athlete Holding a 20m Pole in a 10m House

What is the purpose of holding a 20m pole in a 10m house as an athlete?

The purpose of this scenario is to demonstrate the concept of displacement. By holding a 20m pole in a 10m house, the athlete is occupying a space that is larger than the available space in the house. This is similar to how an object can displace a certain amount of water when placed in a container.

How does this scenario relate to physics?

This scenario relates to physics through the concept of displacement, as mentioned earlier. Displacement is a fundamental concept in physics that involves measuring the change in position of an object or system.

What factors affect the displacement in this scenario?

The displacement in this scenario is affected by the length of the pole, the size of the house, and the position and movements of the athlete. These factors determine the amount of space the athlete is occupying in the house.

Can this scenario be used to explain other scientific concepts?

Yes, this scenario can be used to explain other scientific concepts such as volume, density, and buoyancy. The displacement of the pole in the house can also be compared to how an object displaces a certain volume of water when placed in a container.

Are there any real-life applications of this scenario?

Yes, this scenario has real-life applications in various fields such as architecture, engineering, and sports. It can also be used to teach students about displacement and other related concepts in a fun and interactive way.

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