Derive Schwarzschild Eq. without 4D Space/Tensors

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the possibility of deriving the Schwarzschild equation without utilizing four-dimensional space or tensor calculus. Participants explore the implications and relevance of such an approach, as well as alternative theories of gravity that may relate to the Schwarzschild solution.

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  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions the interest in deriving the Schwarzschild equation without four-dimensional space or tensors.
  • Another participant mentions an alternative theory of gravity that includes the Schwarzschild solution, although it does not directly address the original question.
  • A participant expresses confusion about the placement of the thread in the quantum section, suggesting a potential misclassification.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on the relevance or feasibility of the proposed derivation, and multiple viewpoints are presented regarding the topic's significance and classification.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about the definitions of gravity and the Schwarzschild solution may be implicit, and the discussion does not resolve these aspects.

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Is it possible to derive Schwarzschild equation without using the concept of four dimensional space or tensors
 
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why should this be interesting?
 
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Not quite what is asked, but an alternative theory of gravity to general relativity which has the Schwazschild solution as a solution is http://arxiv.org/abs/gr-qc/0611006 .
 
Why is this in the quantum section?
 

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