written by Kostas Papamichalis

This JavaScript simulation compares relativistic and Newtonian models that describe the phenomenon of a particle splitting into two new distinct particles. The motion and the split of the initial particle as well as the motions of the emerged particles taking place in the laboratory inertial reference frame is displayed. In both models, the mass of the initial particle, and the initial conditions of the mechanical system are identical. Thus, the user can compare the predictions of each model.

A supplemental pdf document presents the theoretical analysis of the relativistic and Newtonian momentum and energy concepts used in this simulation.

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Published June 30, 2023
Last Modified June 30, 2023

The relativistic and Newtonian models which describe the phenomenon of a particlesplitting into two new distinct particles is analyzed.

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Last Modified June 30, 2023

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The EJS source code for the Relativistic and Newtonian Particle Decay JS Model.

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Last Modified June 30, 2023