Gravity Probe B

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Nov 2000

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"Encyclopedia of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Edited by Paul Murdin, article 4640. Bristol: Institute of Physics Publishing, 2001

Astronomy and Astrophysics

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Space Missions, Astrophysical Missions

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A relativity gyroscope experiment being developed by NASA and Stanford University to test two unverified predictions of Einstein's general theory of relativity. Due for launch into polar orbit in May 2002. It will very precisely monitor tiny changes in the direction of spin of four gyroscopes on the satellite. Free from disturbance, the gyroscopes will measure how much space and time are warped b...

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