Pugh–Schiff precession

Pugh–Schiff precession or spin–spin precession is the Lense-Thirring precession of an orbiting spinning vector.[1] Caused by the general relativity effect of frame-dragging on a gyroscope orbiting a spinning body.

Schiff precession is the usual name for this effect.[2][3]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Precessions in Relativity". http://arxiv.org/ftp/astro-ph/papers/0501/0501291.pdf. 
  2. ^ http://www.slidefinder.net/c/confirming_frame_dragging_effect_satellite/13629915 See slide 19
  3. ^ "Prospects for an Improved Lense-Thirring Test with SLR and the GRACE Gravity Mission". http://cddis.nasa.gov/lw13/docs/papers/sci_ries_1m.pdf. "Gravitomagnetism has two observable effects: the Schiff precession and the Lense-Thirring precession. Both can be described as the “dragging of inertial frames” but have different consequences."