Flat and Curved Space-times
Flat and Curved Space-times
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An explanation of special relativity and the foundations of general relativity theory from a geometric viewpoint with emphasis on space-time geometry throughout.
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Flat and Curved Space-times by George Ellis
An explanation of special relativity and the foundations of general relativity theory from a geometric viewpoint. Space-time geometry is emphasised throughout, and provides the basis of understanding of the Special Relativity effects of time-dilation, length contraction, and the relativity of simultaneity. Bondi's k-calculus is introduced as a simple means of calculating the magnitudes of these effects, and leads to a derivation of the Lorentz Transformation as a way of unifying these results. The Invariant interval of flat space-time is generalised to that of curved space-times, and leads to an understanding of the basic properties of simple cosmological models and of the collapse of a star to form a black hole. Appendices enable the advanced student to master the application of 4 tensors to the relativistic study of energy and momentum, and of electromagnetism.| SKU | Non disponible |
| ISBN 13 | 9780198511694 |
| ISBN 10 | 0198511698 |
| Titre | Flat and Curved Space-times |
| Auteur | George Ellis |
| État | Non disponible |
| Type de reliure | Paperback |
| Éditeur | Oxford University Press |
| Année de publication | 1988-09-01 |
| Nombre de pages | 360 |
| Note de couverture | La photo du livre est présentée à titre d'illustration uniquement. La reliure, la couverture ou l'édition réelle peuvent varier. |
| Note | Non disponible |