The Scalar-Tensor Theory of Gravitation
€ 211,90
Informação do Produto
| ISBN | 9780521811590 |
|---|---|
| Autores | Kei-ichi Maeda, Yasunori Fujii |
| Editora | Cambridge University Press |
| Formato | Capa dura |
| Número de páginas | 258 |
| Peso (kg) | 0,616 |
| Data de Publicação | 02/01/2003 |
| Preço (iva excl.) | € 199,91 |
| Imposto | € 11,99 |
| Preço (iva inc.) | € 211,90 |
| Disponibilidade | 1 unidade em armazém externo |
Descrição do Produto
The scalar-tensor theory of gravitation is one of the most popular alternatives to Einstein's theory of gravitation. This book provides a clear and concise introduction to the theoretical ideas and developments, exploring scalar fields and placing them in context with a discussion of Brans-Dicke theory. Topics covered include the cosmological constant problem, time variability of coupling constants, higher dimensional space-time, branes and conformal transformations. The authors emphasize the physical applications of the scalar-tensor theory and thus provide a pedagogical overview of the subject, keeping more mathematically detailed sections for the appendices. This book is suitable for graduate courses in cosmology, gravitation and relativity. It will also provide a valuable reference for researchers.