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Gravitation astrometric measurement experiment

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The Gravitation Astrometric Measurement Experiment (GAME) is a mission concept based on astronomical techniques (astrometry and coronagraphy) for Fundamental Physics measurements, namely the γ and β parameters of the Parametrized Post-Newtonian formulation of gravitation theories extending the General Relativity. The science case also addresses cosmology, extra-solar planets, Solar System objects and fundamental stellar parameters. The mission concept is described, including the measurement approach and the instrument design.

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We are grateful to the colleagues, from our and other Institutes, who contributed to the GAME concept development throughout the past few years, and recently to the implementation of a proposal for a medium mission in response to the M3 ESA call. The activity was partially supported by the Italian Space Agency contract I/058/10/0.

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    Mario Gai, Alberto Vecchiato, Sebastiano Ligori, Alessandro Sozzetti & Mario G. Lattanzi

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Gai, M., Vecchiato, A., Ligori, S. et al. Gravitation astrometric measurement experiment. Exp Astron 34, 165–180 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10686-012-9304-3

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