Space-time-matter: Modern Kaluza-klein Theory Modern Kaluza-Klein Theory

Collates technical results on 5D relativity with the aim of showing how far Einstein's vision of physics as geometry can be realized. The text is concerned with research that has resulted in a coherent formulation of 5D relativity, a theory in which 4D in induced by geometry in 5D. Annotation. Einstein endorsed the view of Kaluza that gravity could be combined with electromagnetism if the dimensionality of the world is extended from 4 to 5. Klein applied this idea to quantum theory, laying a basis for the various modern versions of string theory. Recently, work by a group of researchers has resulted in a coherent formulation of 5D relativity, in which matter in 4D is induced by geometry in 5D. This theory is based on an unrestricted group of 5D coordinate transformations that leads to new solutions and agreement with the classical tests of relativity. This book collects together the main technical results on 5D relativity, and shows how far we can realize Einstein's vision of physics as geometry Physics is a logical activity, which unlike some other intellectual pursuits frowns on radical departures, progressing by the introduction of elegant ideas which give a better basis for what we already know while leading to new results. Paul S. Wesson. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.