Soldiers Delight Star Party - May 17, 2025
Looking for something different to do on a Saturday night? Want to expand your knowledge of Astronomy? Then why not join us this Saturday, May 17, for a discussion of a fascinating field in physics - Einstein's theories of Special and General Relativity:
"From Space-Time to Black Holes: Exploring Einstein's Relativity"
In a riveting lecture on spacetime physics, the speaker will delve into the intricacies of special and general relativity, captivating the audience with both theory and practical examples. The lecture begins with an introduction to special relativity, explaining how it revolutionized our understanding of space and time by showing that they are interwoven into a single continuum. This will be illustrated with the famous example of time dilation, where time slows down for an object moving at high speeds, such as an astronaut traveling near the speed of light. Transitioning to general relativity, the lecture will highlight how Einstein's theory describes gravity not as a force, but as a curvature of spacetime caused by mass. This is vividly demonstrated with the analogy of a heavy ball placed on a stretched rubber sheet, bending the surface around it. The speaker will also discuss real-world applications, such as the precise calculations needed for GPS satellites, which must account for both special and general relativistic effects to provide accurate positioning. Throughout the lecture, the audience will be encouraged to appreciate the profound implications of these theories on our understanding of the universe.
All programs rain or shine. Time machines will be provided by the Westminster Astronomy Club.
All ages welcome
Activity: Gravity Bucket
You can find out about special local events by contacting us at https://www.westminsterastro.org/
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
Time: 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Eastern
Location: Soldiers Delight Environmental Area
5100 Deer Park Rd.
Owings Mills, MD 21117
