Relativistic Dynamics of Spin in Strong External Fields

Abstract

The dynamics of relativistic spinning particles in strong external electromagnetic or gravitational fields is discussed. Spin-orbit coupling is shown to affect such relativistic phenomena as time-dilation and perihelion shift. Possible applications include muon decay in a magnetic field and the dynamics of neutron stars in binary systems.

arXiv comment11 pages, NIKHEF-H/93-06

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