Flat and Curved Space-Times - Brossura

Ellis, George F. R.

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0198506562 ISBN 13: 9780198506560

Casa editrice: Oxford University Press, USA, 2001

Riassunto

The present book explains special relativity and the basics of general relativity 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. The appendices enable the advanced student to master the application of four-tensors to the relativistic study of energy and momentum, and of electromagnetism. In addition, this new edition contains up-to-date information on black holes, gravitational collapse, and cosmology.

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Recensione:

" G.Ellis and R. Williams two seasoned and wellknown Relativists, have done a super job in suceeding to present " just the facts" and at the same time make their book a pleasure to read, even for motivated, non-experts" (European Astronomical Society Newsletter)

L'autore:

G.F.R. Ellis, Professor of Mathematics, University of Cape Town, South Africa. R.M. Williams, Assistant Director of Research, Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics, University of Cambridge

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Oxford University Press, USA
• Data di pubblicazione: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0198506562
• ISBN 13: 9780198506560
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero edizione: 2
• Numero di pagine: 388