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A superconducting gyroscope to test Einstein's general theory of relativitySchiff (1960) proposed a new test of general relativity based on measuring the precessions of the spin axes of gyroscopes in earth orbit. Since 1963 a Stanford research team has been developing an experiment to measure the two effects calculated by Schiff. The gyroscope consists of a uniform sphere of fused quartz 38 mm in diameter, coated with superconductor, electrically suspended and spinning at about 170 Hz in vacuum. The paper describes the proposed flight apparatus and the current state of development of the gyroscope, including techniques for manufacturing and measuring the gyro rotor and housing, generating ultralow magnetic fields, and mechanizing the readout.
Document ID
19790044111
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Everitt, C. W. F.
(Stanford University Stanford, Calif., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1978
Subject Category
Physics (General)
Meeting Information
Meeting: Laser inertial rotation sensors; Seminar
Location: San Diego, CA
Start Date: August 30, 1978
End Date: August 31, 1978
Accession Number
79A28124
Funding Number(s)
CONTRACT_GRANT: NAS8-32355
Distribution Limits
Public
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