Challenging the Spacetime Structuralist
Wuthrich, Christian (2008) Challenging the Spacetime Structuralist. In [2008] Philosophy of Science Assoc. 21st Biennial Mtg (Pittsburgh, PA): PSA 2008 Contributed Papers.
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Abstract
Structural realist interpretations of generally relativistic spacetimes have recently come to enjoy a remarkable degree of popularity among philosophers. I present a challenge to these structuralist interpretations that arises from considering cosmological models in general relativity. As a consequence of their high degree of spacetime symmetry, these models resist a structuralist interpretation. I then evaluate the various strategies available to the structuralist to react to this challenge.
| Keywords: | Structural realism, spacetime structuralism, identity |
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| Subjects: | General Issues: Structure of Theories Specific Sciences: Physics General Issues: Realism/Anti-realism |
| Conferences and Volumes: | [2008] Philosophy of Science Assoc. 21st Biennial Mtg (Pittsburgh, PA): PSA 2008 Contributed Papers |
| ID Code: | 4239 |
| Deposited By: | Wuthrich, Christian |
| Deposited On: | 21 October 2008 |