Relativistic Geodesy

Author : Dirk Puetzfeld,Claus Lämmerzahl
Publisher : Springer
Page : 479 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2019-02-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030115005

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Relativistic Geodesy by Dirk Puetzfeld,Claus Lämmerzahl Pdf

Due to steadily improving experimental accuracy, relativistic concepts – based on Einstein’s theory of Special and General Relativity – are playing an increasingly important role in modern geodesy. This book offers an introduction to the emerging field of relativistic geodesy, and covers topics ranging from the description of clocks and test bodies, to time and frequency measurements, to current and future observations. Emphasis is placed on geodetically relevant definitions and fundamental methods in the context of Einstein’s theory (e.g. the role of observers, use of clocks, definition of reference systems and the geoid, use of relativistic approximation schemes). Further, the applications discussed range from chronometric and gradiometric determinations of the gravitational field, to the latest (satellite) experiments. The impact of choices made at a fundamental theoretical level on the interpretation of measurements and the planning of future experiments is also highlighted. Providing an up-to-the-minute status report on the respective topics discussed, the book will not only benefit experts, but will also serve as a guide for students with a background in either geodesy or gravitational physics who are interested in entering and exploring this emerging field.

Author : Jeffrey T. Freymueller,Laura Sánchez
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2022-10-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031098574

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Beyond 100: The Next Century in Geodesy by Jeffrey T. Freymueller,Laura Sánchez Pdf

This open access book contains 30 peer-reviewed papers based on presentations at the 27th General Assembly of the International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics (IUGG). The meeting was held from July 8 to 18, 2019 in Montreal, Canada, with the theme being the celebration of the centennial of the establishment of the IUGG. The centennial was also a good opportunity to look forward to the next century, as reflected in the title of this volume. The papers in this volume represent a cross-section of present activity in geodesy, and highlight the future directions in the field as we begin the second century of the IUGG. During the meeting, the International Association of Geodesy (IAG) organized one Union Symposium, 6 IAG Symposia, 7 Joint Symposia with other associations, and 20 business meetings. In addition, IAG co-sponsored 8 Union Symposia and 15 Joint Symposia. In total, 3952 participants registered, 437 of them with IAG priority. In total, there were 234 symposia and 18 Workshops with 4580 presentations, of which 469 were in IAG-associated symposia.

Author : Michael H. Soffel
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642734069

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Relativity in Astrometry, Celestial Mechanics and Geodesy by Michael H. Soffel Pdf

The book "Relativity in Astrometry, Celestial Mechanics and Geodesy" repre sents a significant contribution to modern relativistic celestial mechanics and astrometry. In these branches of astronomy the theory of general relativity is used nowadays as an efficient practical framework for constructing accurate dynamical theories of motion of celestial bodies and discussing high-precision observations. The author develops the useful tools for this purpose and intro duces the reader into the modern state of the art in these domains. More specifically, the distinctive feature of the book is the wide application of the tetrad formalism to astronomical problems. One may not agree with the author's opinion that this is the only method so far to be able to treat the rel ativistic astronomical problems in a consistent and satisfactory manner. (On the contrary, one may foresee in the nearest future other books on relativistic celestial mechanics and astrometry based on different approaches solving the same problems. ) However, we are now at the beginning of practical relativis tic astronomy and it will demand much effort to reconstruct in a relativistic manner all Newtonian conceptions of ephemeris astronomy and geodesy. In particular, this concern. s the definitions of reference frames, time scales and astronomical units of measurement. This book is one of the first steps in the correct direction. V. A.

Author : Sergei Kopeikin,Michael Efroimsky,George Kaplan
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 897 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2011-09-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783527408566

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Relativistic Celestial Mechanics of the Solar System by Sergei Kopeikin,Michael Efroimsky,George Kaplan Pdf

This authoritative book presents the theoretical development of gravitational physics as it applies to the dynamics of celestial bodies and the analysis of precise astronomical observations. In so doing, it fills the need for a textbook that teaches modern dynamical astronomy with a strong emphasis on the relativistic aspects of the subject produced by the curved geometry of four-dimensional spacetime. The first three chapters review the fundamental principles of celestial mechanics and of special and general relativity. This background material forms the basis for understanding relativistic reference frames, the celestial mechanics of N-body systems, and high-precision astrometry, navigation, and geodesy, which are then treated in the following five chapters. The final chapter provides an overview of the new field of applied relativity, based on recent recommendations from the International Astronomical Union. The book is suitable for teaching advanced undergraduate honors programs and graduate courses, while equally serving as a reference for professional research scientists working in relativity and dynamical astronomy. The authors bring their extensive theoretical and practical experience to the subject. Sergei Kopeikin is a professor at the University of Missouri, while Michael Efroimsky and George Kaplan work at the United States Naval Observatory, one of the world?s premier institutions for expertise in astrometry, celestial mechanics, and timekeeping.

Author : Hans-Peter Plag,Michael Pearlman
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2009-07-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642026874

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Global Geodetic Observing System by Hans-Peter Plag,Michael Pearlman Pdf

The Global Geodetic Observing System (GGOS) has been established by the Int- national Association of Geodesy (IAG) in order to integrate the three fundamental areas of geodesy, so as to monitor geodetic parameters and their temporal varia- ?9 tions, in a global reference frame with a target relative accuracy of 10 or b- ter. These areas, often called ‘pillars’, deal with the determination and evolution of (a) the Earth’s geometry (topography, bathymetry, ice surface, sea level), (b) the Earth’s rotation and orientation (polar motion, rotation rate, nutation, etc. ), and (c) the Earth’s gravity eld (gravity, geoid). Therefore, Earth Observation on a global scale is at the heart of GGOS’s activities, which contributes to Global Change - search through the monitoring, as well as the modeling, of dynamic Earth processes such as, for example, mass and angular momentum exchanges, mass transport and ocean circulation, and changes in sea, land and ice surfaces. To achieve such an - bitious goal, GGOS relies on an integrated network of current and future terrestrial, airborne and satellite systems and technologies. These include: various positioning, navigation, remote sensing and dedicated gravity and altimetry satellite missions; global ground networks of VLBI, SLR, DORIS, GNSS and absolute and relative gravity stations; and airborne gravity, mapping and remote sensing systems.

Author : Lorenzo Iorio,Elias C. Vagenas
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 469 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2018-07-10
Category : Electronic book
ISBN : 9783038424826

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100 Years of Chronogeometrodynamics: The Status of the Einstein’s Theory of Gravitation in Its Centennial Year by Lorenzo Iorio,Elias C. Vagenas Pdf

This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "100 Years of Chronogeometrodynamics: the Status of the Einstein's Theory of Gravitation in Its Centennial Year" that was published in Universe

Author : Wolfgang Torge,Jürgen Müller,Roland Pail
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2023-04-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783110723304

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Geodesy by Wolfgang Torge,Jürgen Müller,Roland Pail Pdf

This standard textbook covers in its extensively revised 5th edition all main directions of geodesy, providing the theoretical background as well as modern principles of measurement and evaluation methods. Today’s geodetic work is comprehensively presented by numerous examples of instruments. New: Novel geodetic reference system; Future gravity field mission concepts and technologies; Principle of quantum gravimetry.

Author : Alice K. Babcock,George A. Wilkins
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1988-02-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9027726574

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The Earth's Rotation and Reference Frames for Geodesy and Geodynamics by Alice K. Babcock,George A. Wilkins Pdf

Proceedings of the 128th Symposium of the International Astronomical Union, held in Coolfont, West Virginia, USA, October 20-24, 1986.

Author : Enrico Mai
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Atomic clocks
ISBN : 3769682041

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Time, atomic clocks, and relativistic geodesy by Enrico Mai Pdf

Author : Jeffrey T. Freymueller,Laura Sánchez
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031295072

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Geodesy for a Sustainable Earth by Jeffrey T. Freymueller,Laura Sánchez Pdf

This open access volume contains selected papers of the 2021 Scientific Assembly of the International Association of Geodesy – IAG2021. The Assembly was hosted by the Chinese Society for Geodesy, Photogrammetry and Cartography (CSGPC) in Beijing, China from June 28 to July 2, 2021. It was a hybrid conference with in-person and online attendants. In total, the Assembly was attended by 146 in-person participants and 1,123 online participants. The theme of the Assembly was Geodesy for a Sustainable Earth. 613 contributions (255 oral presentations and 358 poster presentations) covered all topics of the broad spectrum considered by the IAG: geodetic reference frames, Earth gravity field modelling, Earth rotation and geodynamics, positioning and applications, the Global Geodetic Observing System (GGOS), geodesy for climate research, marine geodesy, and novel sensors and quantum technology for geodesy. All published papers were peer-reviewed, and we warmly recognize the contributions and support of the Associate Editors and Reviewers.

Author : Maarten Hooijberg
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642605840

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Practical Geodesy by Maarten Hooijberg Pdf

Written for geodesists using computers of modest capacity, the book reviews the latest development in geodetic computation techniques. The aim is to take stock of available data (datums, ellipsoids, units etc.), to focus on applications and to illuminate spatial developments. Topics cover datums and reference systems, geodetic arc distances, different projections and coordinate systems. The material has been specially chosen and covers the practical aspect of geodesy, including the demonstration of global examples. Stressing the how-to-do approach, the book is of interest to students in geodesy, GIS consultants, hydrographers and land surveyors.

Author : Maarten Hooijberg
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2007-12-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540682257

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Geometrical Geodesy by Maarten Hooijberg Pdf

Surveying a Century Ago As it was based on the principles of geometry and trigonometry, surveying may be may be looked upon as a branch of practical mathematics. Hence, it was necessary that land surveyors and hydrographers should have a fair general knowledge, not only of these subjects, but also of all the subjects comprised by the term mathemat ics. In addition, the knowledge of mathematics required in ordinary chain surveying and levelling was not very extensive but in geodetical work, the highest mathematical ability and great organising power were required for a proper conception and supervision of the operations (Threlfall, 1940). Only small area of a few hundred square kilometres can be accurately mapped and surveyed without a frame work, since no difficulty is encountered because of Earth-curvature. In the past, especially in hydrography due to the type of work, surveying was carried out on the principles of ordinary practice, but in a very rough man ner, rapidity of execution being of paramount importance, the permissible error was sometimes large. The relative positions of the main surface features were obtained by aid of portable instruments, such as sextants and lead lines, tide poles, and logships. Sketching, just like military surveying was often filling in the smaller detail. In contrary, survey works done by the national mapping agencies (NMAs) were of a higher-level, and comprised the delimitation of boundaries as well as topographical surveys.

Author : Victor Brumberg
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781351449694

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Essential Relativistic Celestial Mechanics by Victor Brumberg Pdf

Essential Relativistic Celestial Mechanics presents a systematic exposition of the essential questions of relativistic celestial mechanics and their relation to relativistic astrometry. The book focuses on the comparison of calculated and measurable quantities that is of paramount importance in using general relativity as a necessary framework in the discussion of high-precision observations and for the construction of accurate dynamical ephemerides. It discusses the results of the general relativistic theory of motion of celestial bodies and describes the relativistic theory of astronomical reference frames, time scales, and the reduction of observations.

Author : Jiro Segawa,Hiromi Fujimoto,Shuhei Okubo
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 1120 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662034828

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Gravity, Geoid and Marine Geodesy by Jiro Segawa,Hiromi Fujimoto,Shuhei Okubo Pdf

Based on an international symposium held in Tokyo, the volume combines papers in the fields of gravity, geoid and marine geodesy. Special emphasis is placed on the use of gravity in modeling tectonic processes and the problems of geophysical inversion. In addition, absolute and relative gravity measurement in static and airborne mode, satellite altimetry, geopotential modeling, and global geodynamics are dealt with. The field of marine geodesy includes contributions on sea level change, seafloor deformation and mapping, sea surface positioning, electronic charting, and datum transformations.

Author : Joseph O’Leary
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030801854

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General Relativistic and Post-Newtonian Dynamics for Near-Earth Objects and Solar System Bodies by Joseph O’Leary Pdf

Owing to the increased accuracy requirements in fields such as astrometry and geodesy the general theory of relativity must be taken into account for any mission requiring highly accurate orbit information and for practically all observation and measurement techniques. This book highlights the confluence of Applied Mathematics, Physics and Space Science as seen from Einstein's general theory of relativity and aims to bridge the gap between theoretical and applied domains. The book investigates three distinct areas of general relativity: Exact solutions of the Einstein field equations of gravitation. Dynamics of near-Earth objects and solar system bodies. Relativistic orbitography. This book is an updated and expanded version of the author’s PhD thesis which was awarded the International Astronomical Union PhD prize in Division A: Fundamental Astronomy. Included is a new introduction aimed at graduate students of General Relativity and extended discussions and results on topics in post-Newtonian dynamics and general relativistic spacecraft propagation.