Flat and Curved Space-Times
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This text explains special relativity and the foundations of general relativity theory in terms understandable to undergraduates in mathematics and physics coming to the subject for the first time. Space-time geometry is emphasized throughout, providing a basic 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 this leads to a derivation of the Lorentz Transformation as a way of unifying these results. The invariant interval of flat space-time is compared to that of curved space-times, and the basic properties of simple cosmological models are presented. Appendices enable the advanced student to master the application of four tensors to the relativistic study of energy, momentum and electromagnetism.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0198511698
ISBN13:9780198511694
Release Date:September 1988
Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA
Length:368 Pages
Weight:1.38 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.1" x 9.1"
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An excellent and crystal clear presentation of relativity.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
This is one of the best introductions to the subject that I've read. The explanations are transparent with ample illustrations and examples. There are also many exercises to help the reader enforce what he has learned. There is also a very helpful annoted bibliography (actually the Afterword) which guides the reader to more advanced reading.It is really a shame that this book is not quoted more often. Overall, this is a very fine book.
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