Lense-Thirring Effect

The Lense-Thirring effect, also known as frame-dragging, occurs when a massive, spinning object like Earth drags spacetime around with it. Picture spacetime as a fabric; a rotating mass creates a twist, causing nearby objects and the paths of satellites to subtly shift. This effect has been measured using precise instruments and satellite experiments, confirming Einstein's prediction in general relativity. Essentially, it shows that a rotating body influences the fabric of spacetime itself, affecting the motion of objects in its vicinity in a tiny but detectable way.