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A Classical Mechanics Solution to Zeno's Arrow Paradox

Authors: Vladislav Smolenskij

The flying arrow paradox states that motion is impossible, as the arrow is motionless at every instant of time. Although the paradox has a mathematical solution, a physical uncertainty remains: is time continuous, or does it consist of numerous infinitesimally small intervals? Within the framework of classical mechanics, it is shown that the assumption of instantaneous rest (zero velocity at any moment) inevitably violates the laws of conservation of momentum and kinetic energy. A flying arrow cannot stop or resume its motion without external input. Consequently, the arrow cannot be "at rest" within an infinitesimally small interval of time, and/or time does not contain any "zeros" and flows continuously.

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