Kaluza-Klein gravity

We review higher-dimensional unified theories from the general relativity, rather than the particle physics side. Three distinct approaches to the subject are identified and contrasted: compactified, projective and noncompactified. We discuss the cosmological and astrophysical implications of extra...

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Published inPhysics reports Vol. 283; no. 5; pp. 303 - 378
Main Authors Overduin, J.M., Wesson, P.S.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Elsevier B.V 01.04.1997
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Cosmology
General relativity
Kaluza-Klein theory
Cosmology
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Kaluza-Klein theory
General relativity
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Summary:We review higher-dimensional unified theories from the general relativity, rather than the particle physics side. Three distinct approaches to the subject are identified and contrasted: compactified, projective and noncompactified. We discuss the cosmological and astrophysical implications of extra dimensions, and conclude that none of the three approaches can be ruled out on observational grounds at the present time.
ISSN:0370-1573
1873-6270
DOI:10.1016/S0370-1573(96)00046-4