《covariant loop quantum gravity》是Cambridge University Press出版的圖書，作者是CARLO ROVELLI。
基本介紹
- 書名：covariant loop quantum gravity
- 作者：CARLO ROVELLI
- 出版社：Cambridge University Press
- ISBN：9781107069626
內容簡介
Quantum gravity is among the most fascinating problems in physics. It modifies our
understanding of time, space, and matter. The recent development of the loop approach
has allowed us to explore domains ranging from black hole thermodynamics to the early
universe.
This book provides readers with a simple introduction to loop quantum gravity, centred
on its covariant approach. It focuses on the physical and conceptual aspects of the problem and includes the background material needed to enter this lively domain of research,
making it ideal for researchers and graduate students.
Topics covered include quanta of space, classical and quantum physics without time,
tetrad formalism, Holst action, lattice gauge theory, Regge calculus, ADM and Ashtekar
variables, Ponzano–Regge and Turaev–Viro amplitudes, kinematics and dynamics of
4d Lorentzian quantum gravity, spectrum of area and volume, coherent states, classical limit, matter couplings, graviton propagator, spinfoam cosmology and black hole
thermodynamics.
