On the orbits of the outer satellites of Jupiter

Details On the orbits of the outer satellites of Jupiter On the orbits of the outer satellites of Jupiter

Apr 2003

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Astronomy and Astrophysics, v.401, p.763-772 (2003)

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Astrophysics

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Planets And Satellites: General, Solar System: General

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In this work we study the basic aspects concerning the stability of the outer satellites of Jupiter. Including the effects of the four giant planets and the Sun we study a large grid of initial conditions. Some important regions where satellites cannot survive are found. Basically these regions are due to Kozai and other resonances. We give an analytical explanation for the libration of the pericenters varpi -varpiJ . Another different center is also found. The period and amplitude of these librations are quite sensitive to initial conditions, so that precise observational data are needed for Pasiphae and Sinope. The effect of Jupiter's mass variation is briefly presented. This effect can be responsible for satellite capture and also for locking varpi -varpiJ in temporary libration.

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