Gravity, Altered
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A change in, or manipulation of, gravitational force. This may be a natural or artificial effect. |
| Notes: |
natural or artificial; /adv eff permitted |
| Also Called: |
Gravity, Artificial |
| Previously Indexed: |
Gravitation (1966-1994) |
Gravity, Altered Categories.
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Hypergravity - Condition wherein the force of gravity is greater than or is increased above that on the surface of the earth. This is expressed as being greater than 1 g. |
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Hypogravity - Condition wherein the force of gravity is less than or is decreased below that on the surface of the earth. This is expressed as being between 0 and 1 g. |
Gravity, Altered Definitions and Terms
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