Comment on ''The space-time line element for static ellipsoidal objects''

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Authors: Antonio C. Gutiérrez-Piñeres
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Abstract

A recent paper proposes a static ellipsoidal space-time metric that reduces to Schwarzschild. After examining the corrected line element using Maple's Differential geometry package, we find that the Einstein tendor and Ricci scalar are non-zero, and the metric yields non-zero pressures when interpreted as an anisotropic fluid. Thus, it does not represent a vacuum solution. We also checked a cited ellipsoidal metric from the literature and found it likewise fails to satisfy the vacuum Einstein equations.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Relativity and Gravitational Theory Advanced Differential Geometry Research Cosmology and Gravitation Theories

Publication details

Journal / source
arXiv (Cornell University)
Publication date
2 February 2026
Document type
Preprint