A new perspective on Einstein's philosophy of cosmology
Cormac O'Raifeartaigh
TL;DR
This paper explores Einstein's brief attempt at a steady-state cosmological model, offering new insights into his philosophical evolution from static to dynamic universe concepts.
Contribution
It reveals previously overlooked aspects of Einstein's cosmological thinking, highlighting his philosophical flexibility and the historical context of his ideas.
Findings
Einstein briefly considered a steady-state universe.
He abandoned the steady-state model quickly.
The study provides new historical insights into Einstein's cosmology.
Abstract
The recent discovery that Einstein once attempted - and quickly abandoned - a steady-state model of the expanding universe sheds new light on his philosophical journey from static to dynamic cosmologies.
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Taxonomy
TopicsRelativity and Gravitational Theory · Cosmology and Gravitation Theories · Earth Systems and Cosmic Evolution