Multipole moments in Kaluza-Klein theories
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The problem of the motion of extended, i.e. non-point, test bodies in multidimensional space is discussed. Extended bodies are described in terms of so-called multipole moments. Using an approximate form of the equations of motion for extended bodies, deviation from geodesic motion is derived. The results are applied to a special form of spacetime.
Journal: Classical and Quantum Gravity