Universal Velocity and Universal Force

TL;DR

This paper proposes that the homogeneity and inhomogeneity of spacetime underpin the existence of universal velocity and force, respectively, providing a conceptual foundation linking Special and General Relativity.

Contribution

It introduces a principle based on spacetime homogeneity and inhomogeneity to unify the understanding of universal velocity and force in relativity theories.

Findings

Homogeneity of spacetime relates to the absence of force and universal velocity.

Inhomogeneity of spacetime relates to the presence of a universal force.

This conceptual framework aligns with Einstein's theories of relativity.

Abstract

In his monumental discoveries, the driving force for Einstein was, I believe, consistency of concept and principle rather than conflict with experiment. Following this Einsteinian dictum, we would first argue that homogeneity (universal character) of space and time characterizes 'no force' (absence of force) and leads to existence of a universal velocity while inhomogeneity (again a universal property) characterizes curved spacetime and presence of a universal force which is present everywhere and always. The former gives rise to Special Relativity while the latter to General Relativity.