Thomas rotation and Thomas precession (Q2575518)
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Thomas rotation and Thomas precession (English)
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12 December 2005
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The terms Thomas rotation and Thomas precession are carefully defined, so that the first one is an absolute (observable), while the second is frame-dependent. The Thomas precession with respect to an inertial frame, and the Thomas rotation on a circular path are calculated.
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Thomas rotation
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Thomas precession
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gyroscope
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