Physics – Mathematical Physics
Scientific paper
2006-01-09
Physics
Mathematical Physics
50 pages
Scientific paper
In this paper we present a new theory of calculus over $k$-dimensional domains in a smooth $n$-manifold, unifying the discrete, exterior, and continuum theories. The calculus begins at a single point and is extended to chains of finitely many points by linearity, or superposition. It converges to the smooth continuum with respect to a norm on the space of ``pointed chains,'' culminating in the chainlet complex. Through this complex, we discover a broad theory of coordinate free, multivector analysis in smooth manifolds for which both the classical Newtonian calculus and the Cartan exterior calculus become special cases. The chainlet operators, products and integrals apply to both symmetric and antisymmetric tensor cochains. As corollaries, we obtain the full calculus on Euclidean space, cell complexes, bilayer structures (e.g., soap films) and nonsmooth domains, with equal ease. The power comes from the recently discovered prederivative and preintegral that are antecedent to the Newtonian theory. These lead to new models for the continuum of space and time, and permit analysis of domains that may not be locally Euclidean, or locally connected, or with locally finite mass.
Harrison Jenny
No associations
LandOfFree
Differential complexes and exterior calculus does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.
If you have personal experience with Differential complexes and exterior calculus, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Differential complexes and exterior calculus will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-684014