Electronic Resource
Springer
Foundations of physics
5 (1992), S. 591-595
ISSN:
1572-9524
Keywords:
principle of relativity
;
cosmic time
;
special relativity
;
Einstein
;
backround radiation
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract In a recent article [1] M.A. Oliver argues there is a conflict between Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity (STR) and Cosmology. In ascertaining this conflict (see below), Oliver finds allies in Bergmann [2] and Bondi [3]. To resolve this conflict, he proposes to restore “the classical (mechanical) concepts of space and time” [1, p.666] and an absolute rest-frame. I shall devote a few words (1) to the Principle of Relativity and (2) to the notion of cosmic time in cosmology; this enables me (3) to argue that the alleged conflict between STR and Cosmology is based on a misunderstanding of the Principle of Relativity. (4) Finally I take a critical look at Oliver's allies.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00665940
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