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Springer, Experimental Astronomy, 3(51), p. 1695-1736, 2021

DOI: 10.1007/s10686-021-09718-8

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Exploring the foundations of the physical universe with space tests of the equivalence principle

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Abstract

AbstractWe present the scientific motivation for future space tests of the equivalence principle, and in particular the universality of free fall, at the 10− 17 level or better. Two possible mission scenarios, one based on quantum technologies, the other on electrostatic accelerometers, that could reach that goal are briefly discussed. This publication is a White Paper written in the context of the Voyage 2050 ESA Call for White Papers.