Singularity Theory and Gravitational Lensing
| Author | : Arlie O. Petters |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 616 |
| Release | : 2012-12-06 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9781461201458 |
| ISBN-10 | : 1461201454 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (54 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Singularity Theory and Gravitational Lensing by : Arlie O. Petters
Download or read book Singularity Theory and Gravitational Lensing written by Arlie O. Petters and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This monograph is the first to develop a mathematical theory of gravitational lensing. The theory applies to any finite number of deflector planes and highlights the distinctions between single and multiple plane lensing. Introductory material in Parts I and II present historical highlights and the astrophysical aspects of the subject. Part III employs the ideas and results of singularity theory to put gravitational lensing on a rigorous mathematical foundation.
