Elements of Cosmological Thermodynamics
Author | : Subhajit Saha |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 90 |
Release | : 2018-11-20 |
ISBN-10 | : 9783319747064 |
ISBN-13 | : 3319747061 |
Rating | : 4/5 (64 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Based on the author’s own work and results obtained by renowned cosmologists, this short book provides a concise introduction to the relatively new research field of cosmological thermodynamics. Starting with a brief overview of basic cosmology and thermodynamics, the text gives an interesting account of the application of horizon thermodynamics to the homogeneous and isotropic Friedmann-Lemaitre-Robertson-Walker (FLRW) model, the inhomogeneous (Lemaitre-Tolman-Bondi) LTB model, and the gravitationally induced adiabatic particle creation scenario which is considered to be a viable alternative to the concordance Lambda-CDM model of the Universe. Both seasoned and new researchers in this field will appreciate the lucid presentation and the rich bibliography.