Gravitation in a Framework with Absolute Space and Global Time

Key Points

• The aim is to investigate a new formulation of gravitation where space and time are distinct and simultaneity is globally determined.
• Explored a framework that defines space and time as structurally independent.
• Extended a previously developed formulation of relativistic kinematics to include global simultaneity.
• Adopted a preferred-frame approach that aligns with predictions of special relativity.
• Identified structural distinctions in space and time that affect gravitational interpretations.
• Demonstrated that empirical predictions match those of special relativity.
• Showed that adopting different primitive assumptions leads to new insights in gravitational phenomena.

Abstract