Astrophysics

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[5] viXra:2607.0112 [pdf] submitted on 2026-07-27 12:05:16

The Michelson-Morley Experiment and the Gravity

Authors: Miloš Čojanović
Comments: 3 Pages.

The Michelson-Morley experiment was designed to detect the Earth's motion relative to the "aether". The experiment yielded a null result a fundamental proof that a speed of light is invariant. This ultimately paved the way for Einstein's theory of special relativity. Our assumption is that Earth's own gravity creates a preferred frame , which rotates around Earth's axis in relation to an infinitely distant fixed point. This directly affects the result of "MM" experiment. In order to test this hypothesis, it is necessary to perform "MM" in an environment where gravity is approximately equal to zero
Category: Astrophysics

[4] viXra:2607.0108 [pdf] submitted on 2026-07-27 02:33:42

Decreasing Universe Theory: Dark Matter X Gravitational Gradient

Authors: Joao Carlos Holland De Barcellos
Comments: 8 Pages.

In the Decreasing Universe Theory ("DUT"), "Dark Matter" is explained as an illusory effect caused by the differential contraction of stars relative to their distance from a galaxy's massive nucleus[1][17]. This article presents a systematic analysis of 47 galaxies, demonstrating that the apparent dark matter fraction (fDM) correlates with a gravitational gradient factor derived from DUT principles. Weshow that galaxies with massive bulges and large radial extents exhibit high dark matter fractions, while compact galaxies with dense bulges (NGC 1277) and diffuse galaxies without bulges (NGC 1052-DF2, DF4, DF9) show negligible dark matter effects — exactly as predicted by the DUT model.
Category: Astrophysics

[3] viXra:2607.0023 [pdf] submitted on 2026-07-08 01:15:20

Eddington’s Mass-Luminosity Relation and the Laws of Thermodynamics

Authors: Stephen J. Crothers, Pierre-Marie Robitaille
Comments: 8 Pages.

Ever since its formulation by A. S. Eddington, the mass-luminosity relation has been viewed as a triumph for theoretical astronomy and astrophysics. The idea that the luminosity of the stars could be controlled solely by their mass was indeed a revolutionary concept. The proof involved two central aspects: (1) the belief that stars could be treated as ideal gases in hydrostatic equilibrium, and (2) that the opacity of Capella could be used as a reference mark applicable to other stars. Yet, when the mass-luminosity relation was advanced, no thought was given to the need for thermodynamic balance. Within thermodynamic expressions, not only must the dimensions (hence units) be consistent on each side of the equals sign, but the extensive nature of the properties must also balance. Namely, thermodynamic expressions must be balanced by properties which are extensive to the same degree. In this regard, mass is an extensive thermodynamic property and can be represented by a homogenous function of degree 1. Conversely, the luminosity of a star is neither extensive nor intensive, but rather can be represented by a homogenous function of degree 2/3. Consequently, the mass-luminosity expression is thermodynamically unbalanced and stands in violation of the laws of thermodynamics.
Category: Astrophysics

[2] viXra:2607.0022 [pdf] replaced on 2026-07-22 10:49:18

The Electrodynamic Origin of Black Holes (Part 1)

Authors: Raul Fattore
Comments: 17 Pages.

The electrodynamic origin of black holes as well as the electrodynamic origin of the gravitational force developed in the present study will contribute to a better understanding of how our universe works and obeys the real-world physics demonstrated by the more than proven laws of electrodynamics.This study presents a new perspective that will clarify and demystify many aspects about the origin of the gravitational force through a newly derived equation with terms that are absent in basic Newton’s gravitational law. It will also be demonstrated the decay of the gravitational force, the origin of black holes, what they really are, how they are formed, how they evolve, the real radiation spectrum, what particles are the constituents of black holes, what particles are to be found outside a black hole, the wavelength shift (or redshift) of black holes, and other properties.- Do "receding" galaxies really mean that the universe is expanding?- Is it scientifically serious to accept that gravity is not a force, but a "geometrical effect" caused by mass?- Is it scientifically serious to accept that "geometrical gravity" lacks a unique unit of calculation, because it depends on what is being calculated?- Can it be scientifically acceptable that a lump of Newtonian mass bends EM radiation?- Can monochromatic radiation emission from black holes be scientifically acceptable?- Can it be scientifically acceptable that some types of black holes do not rotate?
Category: Astrophysics

[1] viXra:2607.0021 [pdf] submitted on 2026-07-07 07:36:17

The Electrodynamic Origin of Black Holes (Part 2)

Authors: Raul Fattore
Comments: 37 Pages.