Spectral Universality of Turbulent Fluctuations in Relativistic Flows
Abstract
We develop a Lorentz-covariant framework for projecting spacetime spectra into temporal spectra of stationary turbulent fluctuations in relativistic flows. For self-similar spacetime spectra, we derive a universal scaling relation, $α= β- D$, where $α$ is the temporal spectral index, $β$ the spacetime homogeneity exponent, and $D$ the effective dimensionality of spectral support. We further demonstrate that this universality breaks down when spacetime homogeneity is violated. Temporal spectra in relativistic flows are thus intrinsically nonlocal observables, requiring a covariant projection framework that establishes a general principle for spectral inference in relativistic plasma turbulence and high-energy plasma flows.
Fields of Study & Subjects
High-Energy Particle Collisions Research
Solar and Space Plasma Dynamics
Astrophysics and Cosmic Phenomena
Publication details
- Journal / source
- arXiv (Cornell University)
- Publication date
- 26 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Preprint