The twin paradox without acceleration
An interesting study of the twin paradox in a universe with periodic boundary conditions.
Special Relativity
The Physical Content of General Covariance
Norton talks about general covariance, and the historical treatment of manifolds.
An Outline of the History of Einstein’s Relativistic Ether Conception
Kostro gives an account of Einstein’s notion of ether.
The Reception of the Theory of Relativity in Germany as Reflected by Books Published Between 1908 and 1945
Goenner describes the reception of relativity in Germany, on the basis of books published between 1908 and 1945.
Einstein and Mach’s Principle
Barbour discusses Einstein’s examination of Mach’s problem.
The Twin Paradox without Acceleration
Westmoreland presents a new version of an old thought experiment, and its relation to experiments in special relativity, with frequent interruptions from his supervisor and audience.