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Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity

Derivations, Applications and Reflections

by Albert Prins

Overview

This website presents a systematic derivation and discussion of the Special and General Theory of Relativity. The aim is to make the mathematical structure of Einstein’s theory accessible through step-by-step derivations, combining physical intuition with tensor analysis. The material is intended for readers with an interest in theoretical physics and a basic familiarity with calculus and linear algebra.

Author: Albert Prins
Independent researcher, Netherlands

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Parts & Chapters

Front Matter

Part I – Introduction and Basic Structure

Part II – Derivation of the General Theory of Relativity

Part III – Physical Interpretations

Part IV – Experiments and Verifications

Part V – Coordinates and Formal Analysis

Part VI – Validation of the Theory

Part VII – Questions and Discussion

Appendices

Appendix Overview

Compact overview of all 12 appendices

Bibliography, Web Resources & Downloads