A Comparison Between the Flat-space and General Theory of Gravitation
Author : Samuel Brian Edgar
Publisher :
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 31,87 MB
Release : 1977
Category : Gravitation
ISBN :
Author : Samuel Brian Edgar
Publisher :
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 31,87 MB
Release : 1977
Category : Gravitation
ISBN :
Author : Sean M. Carroll
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 529 pages
File Size : 39,19 MB
Release : 2019-08-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 1108488390
An accessible introductory textbook on general relativity, covering the theory's foundations, mathematical formalism and major applications.
Author : Hans Stephani
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 18,48 MB
Release : 1990-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521379410
This is an excellent introduction to the subjects of gravitation and space-time structure. It discusses the foundations of Riemann geometry; the derivation of Einstein field equations; linearised theory; far fields and gravitational waves; the invariant characterisation of exact solutions; gravitational collapse; cosmology as well as alternative gravitational theories and the problem of quantum gravity.
Author : Jerry B. Griffiths
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 544 pages
File Size : 32,50 MB
Release : 2009-10-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 1139481169
Einstein's theory of general relativity is a theory of gravity and, as in the earlier Newtonian theory, much can be learnt about the character of gravitation and its effects by investigating particular idealised examples. This book describes the basic solutions of Einstein's equations with a particular emphasis on what they mean, both geometrically and physically. Concepts such as big bang and big crunch-types of singularities, different kinds of horizons and gravitational waves, are described in the context of the particular space-times in which they naturally arise. These notions are initially introduced using the most simple and symmetric cases. Various important coordinate forms of each solution are presented, thus enabling the global structure of the corresponding space-time and its other properties to be analysed. The book is an invaluable resource both for graduate students and academic researchers working in gravitational physics.
Author : Sir Arthur Stanley Eddington
Publisher :
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 12,95 MB
Release : 1921
Category : Relativity (Physics)
ISBN :
Author : James B. Hartle
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 610 pages
File Size : 44,39 MB
Release : 2021-06-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 1009051334
Renowned relativist James Hartle's fluent and accessible physics-first introduction to general relativity uses minimal new mathematics and begins with the essential physical applications. This ground-breaking text, reissued by Cambridge University Press, makes this fundamental theory accessible to virtually all physics majors.
Author : Sean M. Carroll
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 26,49 MB
Release : 2019-08-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 1108775551
Spacetime and Geometry is an introductory textbook on general relativity, specifically aimed at students. Using a lucid style, Carroll first covers the foundations of the theory and mathematical formalism, providing an approachable introduction to what can often be an intimidating subject. Three major applications of general relativity are then discussed: black holes, perturbation theory and gravitational waves, and cosmology. Students will learn the origin of how spacetime curves (the Einstein equation) and how matter moves through it (the geodesic equation). They will learn what black holes really are, how gravitational waves are generated and detected, and the modern view of the expansion of the universe. A brief introduction to quantum field theory in curved spacetime is also included. A student familiar with this book will be ready to tackle research-level problems in gravitational physics.
Author : Friedwardt Winterberg
Publisher :
Page : 293 pages
File Size : 42,90 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Ether (Space)
ISBN : 9780971881105
Author : Øyvind Grøn
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 536 pages
File Size : 16,14 MB
Release : 2020-05-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 3030438627
The revised and updated 2nd edition of this established textbook provides a self-contained introduction to the general theory of relativity, describing not only the physical principles and applications of the theory, but also the mathematics needed, in particular the calculus of differential forms. Updated throughout, the book contains more detailed explanations and extended discussions of several conceptual points, and strengthened mathematical deductions where required. It includes examples of work conducted in the ten years since the first edition of the book was published, for example the pedagogically helpful concept of a "river of space" and a more detailed discussion of how far the principle of relativity is contained in the general theory of relativity. Also presented is a discussion of the concept of the 'gravitational field' in Einstein's theory, and some new material concerning the 'twin paradox' in the theory of relativity. Finally, the book contains a new section about gravitational waves, exploring the dramatic progress in this field following the LIGO observations. Based on a long-established masters course, the book serves advanced undergraduate and graduate level students, and also provides a useful reference for researchers.
Author : Øyvind Grøn
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 19,64 MB
Release : 2007-08-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 0387692002
This book introduces the general theory of relativity and includes applications to cosmology. The book provides a thorough introduction to tensor calculus and curved manifolds. After the necessary mathematical tools are introduced, the authors offer a thorough presentation of the theory of relativity. Also included are some advanced topics not previously covered by textbooks, including Kaluza-Klein theory, Israel's formalism and branes. Anisotropic cosmological models are also included. The book contains a large number of new exercises and examples, each with separate headings. The reader will benefit from an updated introduction to general relativity including the most recent developments in cosmology.