Einstein at Work on Unified Field Theory, 1st ed. 2024 The Five-Dimensional Einstein-Bergmann Approach Einstein Studies Series, Vol. 17

This book meticulously examines over one hundred documents of research notes by Albert Einstein, many of which were previously unidentified, held in the archives of The Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Einstein Papers Project at Caltech. Focused on Einstein's quest for a five-dimensional unified field theory of gravitation and electromagnetism, the analysis provides unique insights into his mathematical skills, thinking, and modus operandi. This academic exploration also investigates the role of mathematics in Einstein?s theorizing with a special focus on projective geometry and delta functions.

Introduction.- Focus on Mathematics.- Einstein and Projective Geometry.- Different Pathways to the Generalization of Kaluza’s Theory.- Einstein’s Further Considerations on the Generalized Kaluza Theory.- Considerations on Delta Functions.- Methodological Reflections.- Conclusion.

Investigates Einstein's modus operandi in his work on a unified field theory of gravitation and electromagnetism

Examines the role of mathematics in Einstein’s thought focusing on projective geometry and delta functions

Provides historical, technical and conceptual analyses of hiterto unidentified manuscript pages by Einstein