Proposed experimental test of Randall–Sundrum models

Abstract

The Randall–Sundrum models are expected to modify the short distance behaviour of general relativity. In this paper, we will propose an experimental test for this short distance modification due to Randall–Sundrum models. This will be done by the analysing motion of a particle which is moving in spherical gravitational field with a drag force. The position at which the particle stops will be different in general relativity and Randall–Sundrum model. This difference in the distance moved by the particle before stopping can be measured using a nanoelectromechanical setup. Thus, it is possible to experimentally test Randall–Sundrum models using currently available technology.