Einsteins General Relativity Papers- Original

In summary, Einstein's General Relativity theory is a mathematical theory that explains gravity as a curvature of space and time caused by mass and energy. It was first published in 1915 and was developed through years of thought experiments, calculations, and collaboration. The theory revolutionized our understanding of gravity and space-time and has been confirmed by experiments and observations. It is still relevant today and is used in various fields, including astrophysics and cosmology.
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What was the name of Einsteins paper of General Relativity and where can i find it on the internet (not the exact original, the translated typed version). sorry, for this lame questions.
 
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A collection of the original translated papers was published by DOVER publications, inc

The Principle of Relativity by
Lorentz,Einstein,Minkowski and Weyl
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http://www.Alberteinstein.info/gallery/gtext3.html"
This is asked frequently, couldn't we make a sticky with links to the original papers?
 
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1. What is Einstein's General Relativity theory about?

Einstein's General Relativity theory is a mathematical theory that explains the force of gravity as a curvature of space and time caused by the presence of mass and energy. It is considered one of the pillars of modern physics.

2. When were Einstein's General Relativity Papers- Original published?

Einstein's General Relativity Papers- Original were published in 1915, with the final version being published in 1916.

3. How did Einstein come up with the theory of General Relativity?

Einstein developed the theory of General Relativity through years of thought experiments, mathematical calculations, and collaboration with other scientists. He was inspired by his previous work on Special Relativity and his belief that gravity was not a force, but rather a curvature of space and time.

4. What was the impact of Einstein's General Relativity theory?

Einstein's General Relativity theory revolutionized our understanding of gravity and space-time, and has been confirmed by numerous experiments and observations. It also led to new advances in cosmology, such as the prediction of black holes and the expanding universe.

5. Are Einstein's General Relativity Papers- Original still relevant today?

Yes, Einstein's General Relativity theory is still considered a fundamental theory in modern physics and is used in many fields, including astrophysics, cosmology, and GPS technology. It continues to be tested and refined by scientists and has stood the test of time for over a century.

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