Gravity-wave detectors as probes of extra dimensions

Chris Clarkson*, Roy Maartens

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

If string theory is correct, then our observable universe may be a three-dimensional "brane" embedded in a higher-dimensional spacetime. This theoretical scenario should be tested via the state-of-the-art in gravitational experiments - the current and upcoming gravity-wave detectors. Indeed, the existence of extra dimensions leads to oscillations that leave a spectroscopic signature in the gravity-wave signal from black holes. The detectors that have been designed to confirm Einstein's prediction of gravity waves, can in principle also provide tests and constraints on string theory.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2347-2353
JournalInternational Journal of Modern Physics A
Volume14
Issue number12
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2005

Keywords

  • Black holes
  • Braneworlds
  • Gravity waves
  • String theory

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