Has Gravity Probe B proved framed dragging

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Gravity Probe B has provided inconclusive evidence regarding the phenomenon of frame dragging, which is a prediction of General Relativity. Despite the significant investment of $600 million, the results are characterized as a "very weak, uncertain confirmation" of the theory. The discussion references the official status page at Stanford University for further details on the findings.

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I know other experiments have brought back conclusive evidence on frame dragging, but has gravity probe B? Links welcome!
 
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