Experimental tests of relativity and gravitation

Details Experimental tests of relativity and gravitation Experimental tests of relativity and gravitation

May 1988

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In ESA, Space Science and Fundamental Physics p 141-149 (SEE N89-11638 02-88)

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Gravitation Theory, Gravitational Constant, Relativity, Ephemerides, Equivalence, Perihelions, Pulsars, Relativistic Effects, Time Lag

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The status of experimental and observational tests of gravitation theories, especially of general relativity, is reviewed. Assessment of tests of the foundations, i.e., special relativity, the constancy of the gravitational constant, and the equivalence principle, suggests that a viable theory of gravitation should be metric. The classical tests of general relativity, i.e., perihelion shift, light deflection, and time delay of light are reviewed within the PPN formalism. Experiments in space to improve results and to measure new effects are mentioned. The binary pulsar as a unique testing ground for gravitation theories is discussed.

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