E-field of a moving charge at constant velocity

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Start date Apr 24, 2016
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The discussion centers on understanding the E-field of a moving charge at constant velocity, specifically the role of the Lorentz factor, gamma(u). The Lorentz factor is crucial in special relativity and affects how the electric field behaves as the charge moves. When the charge moves slowly compared to the speed of light (c), its electric field closely resembles that of a stationary charge. This highlights the relationship between charge velocity and electromagnetic fields. Understanding these concepts is essential for grasping the behavior of moving charges in physics.

Apr 24, 2016

STosh9

I came upon this page that provides the answer:
http://farside.ph.utexas.edu/teaching/em/lectures/node125.html

But I can't figure out what gamma(u) is. Could anyone help?

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Apr 24, 2016

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STosh9 said:

But I can't figure out what gamma(u) is.

That's the usual Lorentz factor of special relativity. See: Lorentz factor

Apr 24, 2016

STosh9

Thanks. So if the charge is moving slow compared to c, then the field resembles that of a stationary charge.

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