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Weak Gravitational Field in Finsler-Randers Space and Raychaudhuri Equation

General Relativity and Quantum Cosmology 2015-06-04 v2

Abstract

The linearized form of the metric of a Finsler - Randers space is studied in relation to the equations of motion, the deviation of geodesics and the generalized Raychaudhuri equation are given for a weak gravitational field. This equation is also derived in the framework of a tangent bundle. By using Cartan or Berwald-like connections we get some types "gravito - electromagnetic" curvature. In addition we investigate the conditions under which a definite Lagrangian in a Randers space leads to Einstein field equations under the presence of electromagnetic field. Finally, some applications of the weak field in a generalized Finsler spacetime for gravitational waves are given.

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@article{arxiv.1202.3882,
  title  = {Weak Gravitational Field in Finsler-Randers Space and Raychaudhuri Equation},
  author = {P. Stavrinos},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1202.3882},
  year   = {2015}
}

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22 pages, matches version published in GERG