Gravitational Experiments in the Laboratory

Hardback

Main Details

Title Gravitational Experiments in the Laboratory
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Y. T. Chen
By (author) Alan Cook
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:284
Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 158
Category/GenreClassical mechanics
ISBN/Barcode 9780521391719
ClassificationsDewey:531.14078
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Illustrations 100 Line drawings, unspecified

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 1 April 1993
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

This book provides an up-to-date account of the precise experiments used to explore the nature of universal gravitation that can be performed in a terrestrial laboratory. The experiments required are at the limits of sensitivity of mechanical measurements. The problems of experiment design are discussed, and critical accounts given of the principal experiments testing the inverse square law and the principle of equivalence, and measuring the constant of gravitation. An analysis of the effects of noise and other disturbances is also provided, further highlighting the care that is needed in experimental design and performance. The motivation for undertaking such experiments is also discussed. The book will be of value to graduate students, researchers and teachers who are engaged in either theoretical or experimental studies of gravitation, and who wish to understand the nature and problems of laboratory experiments in this field.

Reviews

' ... much useful material in this book. The authors give a good account of the history of the field.' Nature 'A concise but very readable introductory chapter gives a critical review of the history of gravitational theories ...' Asilib Book Guide