Author: Roger Penrose
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521347860
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
In the two volumes that comprise this work Roger Penrose and Wolfgang Rindler introduce the calculus of 2-spinors and the theory of twistors, and discuss in detail how these powerful and elegant methods may be used to elucidate the structure and properties of space-time. In volume 1, Two-spinor calculus and relativistic fields, the calculus of 2-spinors is introduced and developed. Volume 2, Spinor and twistor methods in space-time geometry, introduces the theory of twistors, and studies in detail how the theory of twistors and 2-spinors can be applied to the study of space-time. This work will be of great value to all those studying relativity, differential geometry, particle physics and quantum field theory from beginning graduate students to experts in these fields.
Spinors and Space-Time: Volume 2, Spinor and Twistor Methods in Space-Time Geometry
Author: Roger Penrose
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521347860
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
In the two volumes that comprise this work Roger Penrose and Wolfgang Rindler introduce the calculus of 2-spinors and the theory of twistors, and discuss in detail how these powerful and elegant methods may be used to elucidate the structure and properties of space-time. In volume 1, Two-spinor calculus and relativistic fields, the calculus of 2-spinors is introduced and developed. Volume 2, Spinor and twistor methods in space-time geometry, introduces the theory of twistors, and studies in detail how the theory of twistors and 2-spinors can be applied to the study of space-time. This work will be of great value to all those studying relativity, differential geometry, particle physics and quantum field theory from beginning graduate students to experts in these fields.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521347860
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 516
Book Description
In the two volumes that comprise this work Roger Penrose and Wolfgang Rindler introduce the calculus of 2-spinors and the theory of twistors, and discuss in detail how these powerful and elegant methods may be used to elucidate the structure and properties of space-time. In volume 1, Two-spinor calculus and relativistic fields, the calculus of 2-spinors is introduced and developed. Volume 2, Spinor and twistor methods in space-time geometry, introduces the theory of twistors, and studies in detail how the theory of twistors and 2-spinors can be applied to the study of space-time. This work will be of great value to all those studying relativity, differential geometry, particle physics and quantum field theory from beginning graduate students to experts in these fields.
An Introduction to Twistor Theory
Author: S. A. Huggett
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521456890
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Evolving from graduate lectures given in London and Oxford, this introduction to twistor theory and modern geometrical approaches to space-time structure will provide graduate students with the basics of twistor theory, presupposing some knowledge of special relativity and differenttial geometry.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521456890
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 196
Book Description
Evolving from graduate lectures given in London and Oxford, this introduction to twistor theory and modern geometrical approaches to space-time structure will provide graduate students with the basics of twistor theory, presupposing some knowledge of special relativity and differenttial geometry.
Techniques of Differential Topology in Relativity
Author: Roger Penrose
Publisher: SIAM
ISBN: 9781611970609
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Acquaints the specialist in relativity theory with some global techniques for the treatment of space-times and will provide the pure mathematician with a way into the subject of general relativity.
Publisher: SIAM
ISBN: 9781611970609
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 80
Book Description
Acquaints the specialist in relativity theory with some global techniques for the treatment of space-times and will provide the pure mathematician with a way into the subject of general relativity.
Spinors and Space-Time: Volume 1, Two-Spinor Calculus and Relativistic Fields
Author: Roger Penrose
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521337076
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
Volume 1 introduces and systematically develops the calculus in a first detailed exposition of this technique which provides shortcuts for some very tedious calculations.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9780521337076
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 476
Book Description
Volume 1 introduces and systematically develops the calculus in a first detailed exposition of this technique which provides shortcuts for some very tedious calculations.
Black Holes in Higher Dimensions
Author: Gary T. Horowitz
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107013453
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 437
Book Description
The first book devoted to black holes in more than four dimensions, for graduate students and researchers.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1107013453
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 437
Book Description
The first book devoted to black holes in more than four dimensions, for graduate students and researchers.
The Theory of Spinors
Author: Élie Cartan
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486137325
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
Describes orthgonal and related Lie groups, using real or complex parameters and indefinite metrics. Develops theory of spinors by giving a purely geometric definition of these mathematical entities.
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486137325
Category : Mathematics
Languages : en
Pages : 193
Book Description
Describes orthgonal and related Lie groups, using real or complex parameters and indefinite metrics. Develops theory of spinors by giving a purely geometric definition of these mathematical entities.
The Mathematical Theory of Black Holes
Author: Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780198503705
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 676
Book Description
Part of the reissued Oxford Classic Texts in the Physical Sciences series, this book was first published in 1983, and has swiftly become one of the great modern classics of relativity theory. It represents a personal testament to the work of the author, who spent several years writing and working-out the entire subject matter. The theory of black holes is the most simple and beautiful consequence of Einstein's relativity theory. At the time of writing there was no physical evidence for the existence of these objects, therefore all that Professor Chandrasekhar used for their construction were modern mathematical concepts of space and time. Since that time a growing body of evidence has pointed to the truth of Professor Chandrasekhar's findings, and the wisdom contained in this book has become fully evident.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780198503705
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 676
Book Description
Part of the reissued Oxford Classic Texts in the Physical Sciences series, this book was first published in 1983, and has swiftly become one of the great modern classics of relativity theory. It represents a personal testament to the work of the author, who spent several years writing and working-out the entire subject matter. The theory of black holes is the most simple and beautiful consequence of Einstein's relativity theory. At the time of writing there was no physical evidence for the existence of these objects, therefore all that Professor Chandrasekhar used for their construction were modern mathematical concepts of space and time. Since that time a growing body of evidence has pointed to the truth of Professor Chandrasekhar's findings, and the wisdom contained in this book has become fully evident.
Solitons And Particles
Author: Giulio Soliani
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814513504
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 837
Book Description
This is the most up-to-date book on solitons and is divided into two parts. Part 1: Detailed introductory lectures on different aspects of solitons plus lectures on the mathematical aspects on this subject. Part 2: Is a collection of reprints on mathematical theories of solitons, solitons in field theory, solitons as particles and their properties, especially topological and physical properties. This book is aimed at a wide audience of physicists and mathematicians. It is an ideal reference book for young researchers and graduate students.
Publisher: World Scientific
ISBN: 9814513504
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 837
Book Description
This is the most up-to-date book on solitons and is divided into two parts. Part 1: Detailed introductory lectures on different aspects of solitons plus lectures on the mathematical aspects on this subject. Part 2: Is a collection of reprints on mathematical theories of solitons, solitons in field theory, solitons as particles and their properties, especially topological and physical properties. This book is aimed at a wide audience of physicists and mathematicians. It is an ideal reference book for young researchers and graduate students.
Differential Geometry and Lie Groups for Physicists
Author: Marián Fecko
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1139458035
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Covering subjects including manifolds, tensor fields, spinors, and differential forms, this textbook introduces geometrical topics useful in modern theoretical physics and mathematics. It develops understanding through over 1000 short exercises, and is suitable for advanced undergraduate or graduate courses in physics, mathematics and engineering.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1139458035
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 11
Book Description
Covering subjects including manifolds, tensor fields, spinors, and differential forms, this textbook introduces geometrical topics useful in modern theoretical physics and mathematics. It develops understanding through over 1000 short exercises, and is suitable for advanced undergraduate or graduate courses in physics, mathematics and engineering.
The Scalar-Tensor Theory of Gravitation
Author: Yasunori Fujii
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1139436023
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
A pedagogical overview of the theoretical ideas behind the cosmological constant problem, in particular the scalar-tensor theory, which is one of the most popular alternative theories of gravitation. Covering many developments in the field, including branes and quintessence, it will be an invaluable resource for graduate students and researchers alike.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1139436023
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
A pedagogical overview of the theoretical ideas behind the cosmological constant problem, in particular the scalar-tensor theory, which is one of the most popular alternative theories of gravitation. Covering many developments in the field, including branes and quintessence, it will be an invaluable resource for graduate students and researchers alike.