Exploring the Mach Principle: Books to Help You Understand

[sadegh4137]

some books mention one of a basis of GR is mach principle
i study some text but i can't actually realize it
please explain it for me or introduce some books to refer them
thanks

 

[Vanadium 50]

As you keep getting told when you post these vague questions, if you don't explain what you understand and what you don't, nobody can help you.

Put another way, it's unreasonable to expect someone on the forum to spend a lot of time answering a question if you don't think it's worth your time to craft a good one.

 

[HallsofIvy]

Have you at least looked up "Mach's principle" on Wikipedia?
Look here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mach's_principle

That should give you enough to ask specific questions about it.

 

[cosmik debris]

I think Mach had several versions of his principle and you need to specify which in particular you are referring to.

 

[sardar]

The Mach principle is a key concept in general relativity (GR) that states that the inertia of an object is influenced by the distribution of matter in the universe. This means that the motion of an object is affected by the gravitational pull of all other objects in the universe, not just the ones in its immediate vicinity. This principle was proposed by the physicist Ernst Mach and has been a subject of debate and exploration in the field of physics.

To better understand the Mach principle and its implications in GR, I would recommend reading "The Meaning of Relativity" by Albert Einstein and "The Large Scale Structure of Space-Time" by Stephen Hawking and George Ellis. These books provide a thorough explanation of the Mach principle and its role in GR, as well as its connections to other concepts such as the cosmological constant and the cosmological principle.

Additionally, "The Universe in a Nutshell" by Stephen Hawking and "The Fabric of the Cosmos" by Brian Greene also touch upon the Mach principle and its significance in our understanding of the universe.

It is important to note that the Mach principle is a complex and ongoing area of research, and there may not be a definitive answer or explanation for it at this time. However, these books will provide a solid foundation for understanding the principle and its implications in GR. I also recommend seeking out current research and discussions on the topic to further your understanding.