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Measurement of proper time in a Weyl space

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In a Weyl space it is possible to construct geometrical clocks along timelike geodesics using projective and conformal techniques. We present a precise definition of the limiting processes involved and prove analytically that the clock readings coincide with an affine parameter of the Weyl connection.

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  1. Egon Köhler

    Present address: USP Mathematisierung, Uiversität Bielefeld, 48 Bielefeld, Federal Republic of Germany

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  1. Max-Planck-Institut für Physik und Astrophysik, Föhringer Ring 6, 8 Munich 40, Federal Republic of Germany

    Egon Köhler

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Köhler, E. Measurement of proper time in a Weyl space. Gen Relat Gravit 9, 953–959 (1978). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00784656

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