| Author | : L-Z Fang |
| File Size | : 44,5 Mb |
| Publisher | : World Scientific |
| Language | : English |
| Release Date | : 01 June 1987 |
| ISBN | : 9789814507813 |
| Pages | : 120 pages |
From Newton s Laws to Einstein s Theory of Relativity by L-Z Fang Book PDF Summary
This book aims to introduce to the reader the main thread of development from Newton's laws to Einstein's theory of relativity. Limited by its scope and avoiding as much as possible the use of mathematical apparatus, the authors try to clarify the most fundamental ideas and concepts. Both authors hold a deep reverence for Galileo and Einstein, and this book is dedicated to these two great scientists. Contents:From Aristotle to NewtonSpace, Time and MotionFrom the Classical Composition of Velocities to the Constant Speed of LightFrom Galileo's Principle of Relativity to the Special Theory of RelativityThe Relativity and Absoluteness of a Rod and a ClockDynamic ProblemsFrom the Leaning Tower of Pisa to the General Theory of RelativityFrom Newton to Post-NewtonFrom Classical Gravitational Collapse to the Black HoleThe Confirmation of Gravitational WavesFrom Newton's Universe to the Expanding UniverseAfter Einstein Readership: All physicists. Review: “The intelligence and insight of the authors, shines through in a translation.” Malcolm McCallum New Scientist, London
