Approximate Killing Vectors on S^2
General Relativity and Quantum Cosmology
2008-11-26 v1
Abstract
We present a new method for computing the best approximation to a Killing vector on closed 2-surfaces that are topologically S^2. When solutions of Killing's equation do not exist, this method is shown to yield results superior to those produced by existing methods. In addition, this method appears to provide a new tool for studying the horizon geometry of distorted black holes.
Cite
@article{arxiv.0706.0199,
title = {Approximate Killing Vectors on S^2},
author = {Gregory B. Cook and Bernard F. Whiting},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:0706.0199},
year = {2008}
}