Brief review on black hole loop quantization

Jun 4, 2016
49 pages
Published in:
  • Universe 2 (2016) 2, 12
  • Published: Jun 15, 2016
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Abstract: (MDPI)
Here, we present a review about the quantization of spherically-symmetric spacetimes adopting loop quantum gravity techniques. Several models that have been studied so far share similar properties: the resolution of the classical singularity and some of them an intrinsic discretization of the geometry. We also explain the extension to Reissner–Nordström black holes. Besides, we review how quantum test fields on these quantum geometries allow us to study phenomena, like the Casimir effect or Hawking radiation. Finally, we briefly describe a recent proposal that incorporates spherically-symmetric matter, discussing its relevance for the understanding of black hole evolution.
Note:
  • 49 pages, several typos have been corrected, corrections included in order to match the published version
  • quantum black holes
  • loop quantum gravity
  • totally-constrained theories
  • symmetry: rotation
  • black hole: Reissner-Nordstroem
  • radiation: Hawking
  • geometry: discrete
  • effect: Casimir
  • quantum gravity: loop space
  • quantization