Dynamical Systems and Cosmology

By: A.A. Coley

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Hardcover | 31 October 2003

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Dynamical systems theory is especially well-suited for determining the possible asymptotic states (at both early and late times) of cosmological models, particularly when the governing equations are a finite system of autonomous ordinary differential equations.
In this book we discuss cosmological models as dynamical systems, with particular emphasis on applications in the early Universe. We point out the important role of self-similar models. We review the asymptotic properties of spatially homogeneous perfect fluid models in general relativity. We then discuss results concerning scalar field models with an exponential potential (both with and without barotropic matter). Finally, we discuss the dynamical properties of cosmological models derived from the string effective action.
This book is a valuable source for all graduate students and professional astronomers who are interested in modern developments in cosmology.

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"This is a very useful textbook about mathematical cosmology as an application of the theory of dynamical systems. The author takes care about the several notions of self-similarity - physical versus geometrical ones. ... The 380 references give a good source for further-reading." (Hans-Juergen Schmidt, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1055 (6), 2005)

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Non-Fiction Science Astronomy, Space & Time Cosmology & The Universe Mathematics Calculus & Mathematical Analysis Differential Calculus & Equations Physics Relativity Physics Applied Physics Geophysics Applied Mathematics

Introduction	p. 1
The Theory of Dynamical Systems	p. 7
Spatially Homogeneous Models	p. 27
Scalar Field Cosmologies with Barotropic Matter	p. 44
Physical Applications	p. 59
Closed Models	p. 67
Multiple Scalar Fields	p. 82
Scalar Tensor Theories of Gravity	p. 96
Magnetic Field Cosmology	p. 106
String Cosmology	p. 116
Anisotropic and Curved String Cosmologies	p. 140
M-Theory	p. 156
Acknowledgments	p. 174
References	p. 175
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