Wave-Like Exact Models with Symmetry of Spatial Homogeneity in the Quadratic Theory of Gravity with a Scalar Field

Abstract

Exact solutions are obtained in the quadratic theory of gravity with a scalar field for wave-like models of space–time with spatial homogeneity symmetry and allowing the integration of the equations of motion of test particles in the Hamilton–Jacobi formalism by the method of separation of variables with separation of wave variables (Shapovalov spaces of type II). The form of the scalar field and the scalar field functions included in the Lagrangian of the theory is found. The obtained exact solutions can describe the primary gravitational wave disturbances in the Universe (primary gravitational waves).