What is the resolution to the Ehrenfest paradox regarding the contraction of a rotating disk in special relativity?

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2026-08-08 08:05

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The resolution to the Ehrenfest paradox is that the contraction of a rotating disk in special relativity is not a paradox at all. The apparent contradiction arises from the different perspectives of observers in motion, but when taking into account the effects of time dilation and length contraction, the paradox is resolved. The contraction of the disk is consistent with the principles of special relativity.

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