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Time-dependent gravitational coupling and torsion

Journal Article · · Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States)
In the context of Einstein-Cartan-Sciama-Kibble theory, modified to include a time-dependent gravitational coupling G(t), torsion is shown to be proportional to the variation G/G. The magnitude of this effect based on recent experimental evidence is substantially greater than the usual spin-dependent torsion effects predicted by standard Einstein-Cartan-Sciama-Kibble theory. It is suggested that the detection of a time-varying G could provide evidence for the existence of torsion.
Research Organization:
R and D Associates, Marina del Rey, California 90295
OSTI ID:
6948986
Journal Information:
Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Rev. Lett.; (United States) Vol. 52:21; ISSN PRLTA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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