Mathematics – Logic
Scientific paper
Jun 2007
adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-data_query?bibcode=2007georl..3411204h&link_type=abstract
Geophysical Research Letters, Volume 34, Issue 11, CiteID L11204
Mathematics
Logic
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Planetary Sciences: Solid Surface Planets: Ices, Planetary Sciences: Solid Surface Planets: Orbital And Rotational Dynamics (1221), Planetary Sciences: Solid Surface Planets: Surface Materials And Properties, Planetary Sciences: Solid Surface Planets: Tectonics (8149), Planetary Sciences: Solar System Objects: Europa
Scientific paper
In this study visco-elastic tidal deformation on Europa associated with its non-synchronous rotation is calculated. The induced surface stress is largely dependent on the rotation period and surface viscosity. On the basis of the relationship between the geological setting, rotation period, and surface rheology, the surface viscosity is inferred to be in the range between 1019 and 1020 Pa . s. The approach presented herein raises the possibility of estimating the surface viscosity on the satellite from not only the rheological law of ice but also the tectonic setting.
Harada Yuji
Kurita Kei
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