A note on the arrow of time in nonminimally coupled scalar field FRW cosmology

Abstract

We revisit the cyclic Universe scenario in scalar field FRW cosmology and check its applicability for a nonminimally coupled scalar field. We show that for the most popular case of a quartic potential and the standard nonminimal coupling this scenario does work. On the other hand, we identify certain cases where cyclic model fails to work and present corresponding reasons for this.

11 pages with 5 pdf figures; matches published version

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