Gravity Probe B: A foregone conclusion?

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The discussion centers on the anticipated results of the Gravity Probe B experiment, which tests predictions of General Relativity (GR). Participants express that any deviation from expected outcomes would be groundbreaking, as it would mark the first instance where a prediction of GR has not been confirmed. The consensus suggests preparing for a null result in the initial run, indicating a significant moment in the study of gravitational physics.

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Assuming that everything works correctly, is there any question about what the results will be? Would any surprise whatsoever be fundamentally significant - even "Earth'shaking"?
 
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I think it would. Any varience from prediction would be the first time a prediction of GR did not return confirmed. It would be an indication (the first real indication) that GR is incorect.
 
be prepared for a null result for first run.
 

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