Lectures on Gravitational Lensing
Ramesh Narayan (1), Matthias Bartelmann (2) ((1) CfA, (2) MPA)
TL;DR
This paper provides an introductory overview of gravitational lensing, covering theoretical foundations and applications across various astrophysical scales from point masses to large cosmic structures.
Contribution
It offers a comprehensive introduction to gravitational lensing, integrating theory with practical astrophysical applications across different cosmic scales.
Findings
Understanding of lensing by point masses, galaxies, and clusters
Development of theoretical framework for gravitational lensing
Applications to real astrophysical problems
Abstract
These lectures give an introduction to Gravitational Lensing. We discuss lensing by point masses, lensing by galaxies, and lensing by clusters and larger-scale structures in the Universe. The relevant theory is developed and applications to astrophysical problems are discussed.
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Taxonomy
TopicsHistory and Developments in Astronomy · Astronomy and Astrophysical Research · Stellar, planetary, and galactic studies