Elliptic orbits with a non-Newtonian eccentricity

TL;DR

This paper demonstrates that first-order general relativistic corrections to Newtonian gravity result in elliptic orbits with eccentricities differing from classical predictions, revealing non-Newtonian orbital behavior.

Contribution

It introduces the concept that relativistic effects modify orbital eccentricity, providing a new perspective on orbital dynamics beyond Newtonian physics.

Findings

Relativistic corrections alter orbital eccentricity.

Elliptic orbits are affected by non-Newtonian factors.

First-order corrections produce measurable eccentricity changes.

Abstract

It is shown that the lowest order general relativistic correction produces elliptic orbits with a non-Newtonian eccentricity.