Relativistic Constraints on the Structure of Fundamental Forces
General Physics
2007-05-23 v1
Abstract
It is proved that Special Relativity imposes constraints on the structure of fundamental forces. The orthogonality of the 4-force exerted on an elementary particle and its 4-velocity is discussed. The significance of the energy-momentum tensor associated with the field is analyzed. Relying on these issues, it is proved that the Lorentz force is consistent with all constraints whereas a force derived from a scalar potential does not satisfy all requirements. This analysis explains a general discussion of Goldstein, Poole and Safko.
Cite
@article{arxiv.physics/0503020,
title = {Relativistic Constraints on the Structure of Fundamental Forces},
author = {E. Comay},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:physics/0503020},
year = {2007}
}
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17 pages, 1 figure