Quantum cosmology

Research exposition (monographs, survey articles) pertaining to relativity and gravitational theory (83-02) Einstein's equations (general structure, canonical formalism, Cauchy problems) (83C05) Quantization of the gravitational field (83C45) Relativistic cosmology (83F05)

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Quantum cosmology is a rich field with tremendous potential for good research. With several open problems seeking acceptable answers to quantum-parallels to classical integrals of motion, this area is bound to fascinate more and more theoretical workers. In section 2 an introductory summary of the dynamical theory of constrained systems is given. In the ensuing section as a pedagogical example, the Kantowski-Sachs model at both the classical as well as quantum levels is covered. In the next section the importance of the automorphism group is discussed with the quantization of the most general types, vacuum Bianchi cosmologies exhibited. In the treatment of automorphism in classical and quantum cosmology the simplification of Einstein's equation and invariant description of 3-space are dealt with. The work will serve as a very good reference material for quantum cosmology many aspects of which are brought out in a simple and detailed manner in the context of quantizing the various cosmological models. For the entire collection see [Zbl 1030.00050].

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