Why is the magnetic force similar to a Coriolis force?

TL;DR

The paper explains that the similarity between magnetic and Coriolis forces arises from Thomas rotations caused by non-collinear Lorentz boosts, offering a new perspective on electromagnetic phenomena and inertial frame changes.

Contribution

It introduces a novel explanation linking magnetic forces to Coriolis effects via Thomas rotations, providing deeper insight into relativistic electromagnetism.

Findings

Magnetic force is caused by Thomas rotations.

Faraday lines contract Lorentzian in inertial frames.

Coriolis-like terms appear under frame changes.

Abstract

It is pointed out that the underlying reason why the magnetic force is similar to a Coriolis force is that it is caused by Thomas rotations, induced by successions of non-collinear Lorentz boosts. The magnetic force may even be viewed as a kind of Coriolis force (making perhaps more acceptable the apparent non-existence of magnetic monopoles). We also show that under a change of inertial frames, Faraday lines of force Lorentz contract as if 'etched' in space, while 'Coriolis' terms get added on.