The evolution of satellite orbits.
Abstract
Contents: 1. Tidal evolution: Qualitative remarks. Tidal evolution equations. Inclination. Calculation of the lunar orbital history. The lunar time scale - a quandary and its resolution. Oceanic dissipation in the past. The Martian satellites. 2. The outer solar system: The Jovian and Saturnian systems. The Uranian satellites. The satellites of Neptune, Pluto-Charon, and hypothetical satellites. 3. Gravitational capture/escape. 4. Conclusion.
- Publication:
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IAU Colloq. 77: Some Background about Satellites
- Pub Date:
- 1986
- Bibcode:
- 1986sats.book..117B
- Keywords:
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- Natural Satellites;
- Planetary Orbits;
- Deimos;
- Jupiter Satellites;
- Orbital Elements;
- Phobos;
- Satellite Rotation;
- Saturn Satellites;
- Tides;
- Uranus Satellites;
- Astrophysics;
- Orbital Evolution:Planetary Satellites;
- Planetary Satellites:Orbital Evolution;
- Planetary Satellites:Tidal Interactions