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The existence of a wave motion analogous to the electromagnetic waves, but with wave velocity less than that of light, is postulated. It is suggested that these waves, which transport energy and momentum with subluminal velocities, could replace the concept of faster-than-light particles. The possibility of the neutrinos as being the source of the waves is suggested for further investigation.
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Thankappan, V.K. Faster-than-light particles: An alternative view. Pramana - J Phys 32, 583–589 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02845989
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