Singularity Theory and Gravitational Lensing
Author | : Arlie O. Petters |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 648 |
Release | : 2001-06-15 |
ISBN-10 | : 0817636684 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780817636685 |
Rating | : 4/5 (84 Downloads) |
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 2001-06-15 with total page 648 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.