Junction Conditions in f(R) Theories of Gravity
arXiv:0711.1150 · doi:10.1143/PTP.119.237
Abstract
Taking advantage of the conformal equivalence of f(R) theories of gravity with General Relativity coupled to a scalar field we generalize the Israel junction conditions for this class of theories by direct integration of the field equations. We suggest a specific non-minimal coupling of matter to gravity which opens the possibility of a new class of braneworld scenarios.
18 pages