Concept

Elwin Bruno Christoffel

Related lectures (5)

Christoffel Symbols and Gravity Before Einstein

Introduces Christoffel symbols and gravity concepts before Einstein, discussing mathematical tensors and the Nobel Prize in Physics.

Covariant Derivatives and Christoffel Symbols

Covers accelerated and inertial coordinate systems, Jacobian, volume elements, covariant derivatives, Christoffel symbols, Lorentz case, and metric tensor properties.

Tensor Analysis: Coordinate Systems

Covers tensor analysis for arbitrary coordinate systems and introduces Christoffel symbols.

Linear Shell Theory: Equilibrium Equations

Covers the dimensional reduction of strain energy from 3D to 2D and linear shell theory equilibrium equations.

Tensor Properties

Covers the properties of tensors and their applications in various fields.