Article ID: CBB000952285

Riemann's Idea of Geometry and its Impact on the Theory of Relativity (2009)

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Yan, Chenguang (Author)
Deng, Mingli (Author)


Kexue Jishu Zhexue Yanjiu (Studies in Philosophy of Science and Technology)
Volume: 26, no. 3
Issue: 3
Pages: 82-101


Publication Date: 2009
Edition Details: [Translated title.] In Chinese.
Language: Chinese

The idea of Riemann for Geometry originated from three subjects: mathematics, physics and philosophy. Riemann's creative idea of space and the tensor analysis were the theoretical foundation and the technical foundation of the theory of relativity, respectively. Furthermore, the combination of space and material implied the theory of relativity. Einstein emphasized the importance of the mathematical logic for physics, and realized the experience of the mathematical and physical knowledge.

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Authors & Contributors
Darrigol, Olivier
Yamada, Sumio
D'Isanto, Paolo
Stein, Jim
Frits Berends
Pagano, Angelo
Concepts
Physics
Mathematics
Mathematics and its relationship to science
Relativity
Science and culture
Philosophy
Time Periods
19th century
20th century, early
20th century
18th century
Places
Ireland
Pisa (Italy)
Naples (Italy)
Netherlands
Italy
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