The concept of fractal cosmos: II Modern cosmology
Development of the concept of fractal cosmos after Anaxagoras has been followed up to the present. It is shown how the concept reappeared in the early Renaissance as a vague idea and subsequently took up a concrete formulation at the beginning of the 20-eth century. The modern cosmology state of aff...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Astronomical Observatory, Department of Astronomy, Belgrade
2002-01-01
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| Series: | Serbian Astronomical Journal |
| Online Access: | http://www.doiserbia.nb.rs/img/doi/1450-698X/2002/1450-698X0265045G.pdf |
| Summary: | Development of the concept of fractal cosmos after Anaxagoras has been followed up to the present. It is shown how the concept reappeared in the early Renaissance as a vague idea and subsequently took up a concrete formulation at the beginning of the 20-eth century. The modern cosmology state of affairs has been considered in view of the fractal paradigm and the current disputes and controversies discussed. It is argued that the concept of the hierarchical cosmos is still alive and might become an essential ingredient within the modern view of the universe. |
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| ISSN: | 1450-698X 1820-9289 |