The Scalar-Tensor Theory of Gravitation

The Scalar-Tensor Theory of Gravitation
Author: Yasunori Fujii
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2003-01-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1139436023

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.

The Scalar-Tensor Theory of Gravitation

The Scalar-Tensor Theory of Gravitation
Author: Yasunori Fujii
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2007-07-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780521037525

The scalar-tensor theory of gravitation moved into the limelight in recent years due to developments in string theory, M-theory and "brane world" constructions. This book introduces the subject at a level suitable for both graduate students and researchers. It explores scalar fields, placing them in context with a discussion of Brans-Dicke theory, covering the cosmological constant problem, higher dimensional space-time, branes and conformal transformations.

Cosmology in Scalar-Tensor Gravity

Cosmology in Scalar-Tensor Gravity
Author: Valerio Faraoni
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2004-03-31
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781402019883

Cosmology in Scalar-Tensor Gravity covers all aspects of cosmology in scalar-tensor theories of gravity. Considerable progress has been made in this exciting area of physics and this book is the first to provide a critical overview of the research. Among the topics treated are: -Scalar-tensor gravity and its limit to general relativity, -Effective energy-momentum tensors and conformal frames, -Gravitational waves in scalar-tensor cosmology, -Specific scalar-tensor theories, -Exact cosmological solutions and cosmological perturbations, -Scalar-tensor scenarios of the early universe and inflation, -Scalar-tensor models of quintessence in the present universe and their far-reaching consequences for the ultimate fate of the cosmos.

Cosmology in Scalar-Tensor Gravity

Cosmology in Scalar-Tensor Gravity
Author: Valerio Faraoni
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 281
Release: 2004-04-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1402019890

Cosmology in Scalar-Tensor Gravity covers all aspects of cosmology in scalar-tensor theories of gravity. Considerable progress has been made in this exciting area of physics and this book is the first to provide a critical overview of the research. Among the topics treated are: -Scalar-tensor gravity and its limit to general relativity, -Effective energy-momentum tensors and conformal frames, -Gravitational waves in scalar-tensor cosmology, -Specific scalar-tensor theories, -Exact cosmological solutions and cosmological perturbations, -Scalar-tensor scenarios of the early universe and inflation, -Scalar-tensor models of quintessence in the present universe and their far-reaching consequences for the ultimate fate of the cosmos.