Exploring the Universe Expansion History with f(R,T) Gravity: Constraints on Cosmological Parameters
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| contents | This work examines the cosmological implications of two functional forms of $f(R,T) = R + αT^n$ gravity: for two different value of $n $ where $n=1$ and $n\neq 1$, and $α$ and $n$ are free parameters. The modified Friedmann equations are derived, and the cosmic evolution of the Hubble parameter $H(z)$ is determined. Cosmological parameters are estimated through $χ^2$ minimization and MCMC analysis using the emcee algorithm, with model parameters constrained by various observational datasets. Both models reproduce late-time acceleration and remain observationally indistinguishable from $Λ$CDM, while allowing small deviations parameterized by $α$ and $n$. The cosmological behavior of the deceleration parameter $q(z)$, the jerk, the snap parameter $s(z)$, and the effective equation of state parameter $ω$ is also analyzed. The results indicate that the Universe transitioned from deceleration to late-time accelerated expansion, consistent with the $Λ$CDM model. Analysis of the energy conditions reveals that the NEC and DEC are satisfied, while the SEC is violated, which explains the transition from a decelerating matter-dominated epoch to the present accelerated phase. These findings indicate that the proposed $f(R,T)$ models are compatible with current observational data and provide a viable alternative to $Λ$CDM in describing cosmic acceleration. |
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| spellingShingle | Exploring the Universe Expansion History with f(R,T) Gravity: Constraints on Cosmological Parameters Lamaaoune, Mustapha Cosmology and Nongalactic Astrophysics High Energy Astrophysical Phenomena General Relativity and Quantum Cosmology High Energy Physics - Theory This work examines the cosmological implications of two functional forms of $f(R,T) = R + αT^n$ gravity: for two different value of $n $ where $n=1$ and $n\neq 1$, and $α$ and $n$ are free parameters. The modified Friedmann equations are derived, and the cosmic evolution of the Hubble parameter $H(z)$ is determined. Cosmological parameters are estimated through $χ^2$ minimization and MCMC analysis using the emcee algorithm, with model parameters constrained by various observational datasets. Both models reproduce late-time acceleration and remain observationally indistinguishable from $Λ$CDM, while allowing small deviations parameterized by $α$ and $n$. The cosmological behavior of the deceleration parameter $q(z)$, the jerk, the snap parameter $s(z)$, and the effective equation of state parameter $ω$ is also analyzed. The results indicate that the Universe transitioned from deceleration to late-time accelerated expansion, consistent with the $Λ$CDM model. Analysis of the energy conditions reveals that the NEC and DEC are satisfied, while the SEC is violated, which explains the transition from a decelerating matter-dominated epoch to the present accelerated phase. These findings indicate that the proposed $f(R,T)$ models are compatible with current observational data and provide a viable alternative to $Λ$CDM in describing cosmic acceleration. |
| title | Exploring the Universe Expansion History with f(R,T) Gravity: Constraints on Cosmological Parameters |
| topic | Cosmology and Nongalactic Astrophysics High Energy Astrophysical Phenomena General Relativity and Quantum Cosmology High Energy Physics - Theory |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2602.18859 |