Dr. Thomas Strohm received his Ph.D. in theoretical solid-state physics from the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart, Germany. His research focus was high-temperature superconductors. Already during his studies, he enjoyed explaining physics to his university fellows and conducted extensive teaching. Since the turn of the millennium, he works at Corporate Research of Robert Bosch GmbH, first in software engineering research, and since a few years in quantum technologies. As Chief Expert of Quantum Technologies, one of his favourites is to extend his teaching expertise by explaining "the quantum" to a broad range of academics from other disciplines. In his spare time, he thought a lot about the structure of physical theories and how to explain those, including the special theory of relativity. This is where this book originated from. Strohm is also Vice President and co-founder of the European Quantum Industry Consortium e.V. (QuIC), a broad European industry association with the goal to strengthen the quantum technologies ecosystem in Europe.

Offers a fast track to understand special relativity without much math

Applies a fresh and intuitive pedagogical approach and focuses on a profound understanding of the physics

Satisfies also the curiosity of advanced readers and enthusiasts with plenty of material that provides deeper insights

Introduction.- The limits of classical mechanics.- The relativity principle of classical mechanics.- Waves and light.- The unsuccessful quest for the absolute inertial frame.- Einstein's solution: the special theory of relativity.- Relativity of simultaneity.- Length contraction.- Time dilatation.- Relativistic addition of velocities.- The Lorentz transformation.- Energy and momentum.- Electrodynamics.- Résumé.- Bibliography.- Index.