Energy has been Defined Incorrectly in Physics Energy Misdefined in Physics 3. Historical Perspective Home Page 1. The formula representing kinetic energy is incorrect. Energy is not transformed in proportion to velocity squared but in proportion to momentum. Because energy is so basic, a large part of the science of physics, beyond Newton's laws, is in error.
Contradictions appear throughout energy applications due to the error.
Rockets show the most obvious evidence, because they transform energy without mechanical motion machinery. But there is also evidence in mechanical engines, which produce abnormal rates of energy addition, called power. Collision analysis shows abnormal transfers of energy, which creates a confusing basis for thermodynamics. At that time, pendulums were being used to study collisions, because velocity could be determined from height, and friction was minimal. He effectively showed the contradictions between the concepts.