Breakdown Of Einstein's Equivalence Principle

The Equivalence Principle, which states that inertial and gravitational masses are equivalent, was established by Galileo Galilei and accepted by Albert Einstein. This book discusses situations where the Equivalence Principle is theoretically broken and suggests experiments that can observe these breakdowns, providing a breakthrough in understanding Einstein's gravitational theory and its relation to quantum mechanics.

Format: Hardback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2022
Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd

More than 400 years ago, Galileo Galilei established an equality between inertial and gravitational masses, which Albert Einstein later considered a fundamental aspect of his theory of gravitation, known as General Relativity. This equality is referred to as the Equivalence Principle. In this groundbreaking work, various unusual scenarios are explored where the Equivalence Principle is theoretically challenged, and potential experiments that can observe such breakdowns are discussed in a concise manner. It is widely acknowledged that, in typical circumstances, the Equivalence Principle holds strong on Earth and in space through numerous experiments, including those conducted during the recent space mission MICROSCOPE. Consequently, this book presents a significant advancement in our understanding of Einstein's gravitational theory and its relationship to quantum mechanics, marking a significant step towards the much-desired Theory of Everything. This book is highly recommended for all readers with an interest in gravitation and General Relativity.

ISBN-13: 9789811253584