217 research outputs found
Resonantly-forced Eccentric Ringlets: Relationships between Surface Density, Resonance location, Eccentricity and Eccentricity-gradient
We use a simple model of the dynamics of a narrow-eccentric ring, to put some
constraints on some of the observable properties of the real systems.In this
work we concentrate on the case of the `Titan ringlet of Saturn'.Our approach
is fluid-like, since our description is based on normal modes of oscillation
rather than in individual particle orbits. Thus, the rigid precession of the
ring is described as a global mode, which originates from a standing wave
superposed on an axisymmetric background. An integral balance condition for the
maintenance of the standing-wave can be set up, in which the differential
precession induced by the oblateness of the central planet must cancel the
contributions of self-gravity, the resonant satellite forcing and collisional
effects. We expect that in nearly-circular narrow rings dominated by
self-gravity, the eccentricity varies linearly across the ring. Thus, we take a
first order expansion and we derive two integral relationships from the
rigid-precession condition. These relate the surface density of the ring with
the eccentricity at the center, the eccentricity gradient and the location of
the secular resonance. These relationships are applied to the Titan ringlet of
Saturn, which has a secular resonance with the satellite Titan in which the
ring precession period is close to Titan's orbital period. In this case, we
estimate the mean surface density and the location of the secular resonance.Comment: Accepted for publication in Celestial Mechanics and Dynamical
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Migration and the formation of systems of hot super-Earths and Neptunes
The existence of extrasolar planets with short orbital periods suggests that
planetary migration induced by tidal interaction with the protoplanetary disk
is important. Cores and terrestrial planets may undergo migration as they form.
In this paper we investigate the evolution of a population of cores with
initial masses in the range 0.1-1 earth mass embedded in a disk. Mutual
interactions lead to orbit crossing and mergers, so that the cores grow during
their evolution. Interaction with the disk leads to orbital migration, which
results in the cores capturing each other in mean motion resonances. As the
cores migrate inside the disk inner edge, scatterings and mergers of planets on
unstable orbits together with orbital circularization causes strict
commensurability to be lost. Near commensurability however is usually
maintained. All the simulations end with a population of typically between two
and five planets, with masses depending on the initial mass. These results
indicate that if hot super-Earths or Neptunes form by mergers of inwardly
migrating cores, then such planets are most likely not isolated. We would
expect to always find at least one, more likely a few, companions on close and
often near-commensurable orbits. To test this hypothesis, it would be of
interest to look for planets of a few to about 10 earth masses in systems where
hot super-Earths or Neptunes have already been found.Comment: 29 pages, to be published in Ap
Gynecomastia and Chest Masculinization: An Updated Comprehensive Reconstructive Algorithm
Background: Gynecomastia is a common finding in males. Clinical aspect varies widely in world populations showing peculiar hallmarks according to different body shapes reflecting personal expectations; therefore, a surgical plan must be tailored on individual basis to all type of patients. Materials and Method: A total of 522 patients, treated for bilateral gynecomastia from January 2007 to January 2019, were included and reviewed in this retrospective study. Considering physical status BMI, muscular trophism, hypertrophy of the mammary region, nippleâareola disorder, gland and skin cover consistency, a four-tier classification system has been used to classify the deformity and to assess a surgical plan. In all cases, a subcutaneous mastectomy was performed under direct vision. Results: No recurrence of the deformity was observed as well as major complications such as necrosis, and high level of satisfaction was observed in all groups. No breast cancer was found at the histological examinations Operative time ranged from 25 minutes up to 120 minutes and hospitalization time ranged from 1 to 3 days. Conclusion: Since the physical status is strictly related to the clinical features of the disorder, a comprehensive classification system and a reconstructive algorithm are proposed. Level of Evidence IV: This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each article. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/0026
Apse-alignment in narrow-eccentric ringlets and its implications for the EPSILON-ring of Uranus and the ring system of (10199) Chariklo
The discovery of ring systems around objects of the outer Solar System
provides a strong motivation to apply theoretical models in order to better
estimate their physical and orbital parameters, which can constrain scenarios
for their origin. We review the criterion for maintaining apse-alignment across
a ring and the balance between the energy input rate provided by a close by
satellite and the internal dissipation rate occurring through ring particle
collisions that is required to maintain ring eccentricity, as derived from the
equations of motion governing the Lagrangian-displacements of the ring-particle
orbits. We use the case of the epsilon-ring of Uranus, to calibrate our
theoretical discussion and illustrate the basic dynamics governing these types
of ring. In the case of the ring system of (10199) Chariklo, where the evidence
that the rings are eccentric is not conclusive, we apply the theory of
apse-alignment to derive information about the most plausible combination of
values of the surface density and eccentricity-gradient, as well as the masses
and locations of their postulated but -presently
undetected-shepherd-satellites. When the balance conditions that we predict are
applied to the ring system of (10199) Chariklo, we are able to estimate the
minimum mass of a shepherd satellite required to prevent eccentricity decay, as
a function of its orbital location, for two different models of dissipation. We
conclude that the satellite mass required to maintain the m = 1 eccentric mode
in the ring, would be similar or smaller than that needed to confine the rings
radially.Comment: In press in ICARU
Photometry of the Oort Cloud comet C/2009 P1(Garradd): pre-perihelion observations at 5.7 and 2.5 AU
The aim of this paper is to contribute to the characterization of the general properties of the Long Period Comets (LPCs) family, and in particular to report on the dust environment of comet C/2009 P1 (Garradd).
The comet was observed at two epochs pre-perihelion, at ~6 AU and at ~2.5 AU: broad-band images have been used to investigate its coma morphology and properties and to model the dust production rate.
Comet C/2009 P1 (Garradd) is one of the most active and âdust producingâ LPCs ever observed, even at the large heliocentric distance rh~6 AU. Its coma presents a complex morphology, with subtle structures underlying the classical fan-shaped tail, and, at rh~2.5 AU, also jet-like structures and spiralling outflows. In the reference aperture of radius Ï=5°Ă104 km, the R-AfÏ is 3693±156 cm and 6368±412 cm, in August 2010 (rh~6 AU) and July 2011 (rh~2.5 AU), respectively. The application of a first order photometric model, under realistic assumptions on grain geometric albedo, power-law dust size distribution, phase darkening function and grain dust outflow velocity, yielded a measure of the dust production rate for the two epochs of observation of Qd=7.27Ă102 kg/s and Qd=1.37Ă103 kg/s, respectively, for a reference outflow dust velocity of vsmall=25 m/s for small (0.1â10 ”m) grains and vlarge=1 m/s for large (10 ”mâ1 cm) grains.
These results suggest that comet Garradd is one of the most active minor bodies observed in recent years, highly contributing to the continuous replenishment of the Interplanetary Dust Complex also in the outer Solar System, and pose important constraints on the mechanism(s) driving the cometary activity at large heliocentric distances
Balanced Scorecard sebagai Pengukuran Kinerja Koperasi Perikanan Segaraning Harum Kabupaten Badung
The Balanced scorecard is used to measure performance by observing the balance between financial and non financial side between short term and long term as well as involving the internal and external factors. The cooperative as a business entity is expected to implement the balanced scorecard to achieve the vision and mission of cooperation and improving the performance of cooperatives. The purpose of this research was to analyze the application of the four elements of the balanced scorecard which is expected to create cooperatives to compete with other economic institutions. This research was conducted with descriptive method to describe the application of the balanced scorecard element for a month in the Save unit borrow Cooperative Fisheries Segaraning Harum. The results showed the application of elements of a financial perspective using the current ratio, total assets to debt ratio rated very unhealthy and return on asset were judged enough healthy. Application of the elements of the perspective of customers using the level of customer satisfaction rated satisfied customer retention rate and are rated good. Application of the elements of the internal business processes perspective measured using Manufacturing Cycle Efficiency (MCE), namely the process of transaction deposits and loans rated has been running efficiently. Application of the elements of the learning and growth perspective employees using employee satisfaction level of votes satisfied the employee retention rate and are rated good Suggestionsfrom this researchthat thebalanced scorecardelementscan not only beusedas a measureof performancein theSegaraningHarumCooperative Fisheriesbutalsoas a strategy ofthe cooperative.Balancedscorecardshould begin tobe appliedas a measureof performanceineach ofthe cooperativein order to competewithother economicinstitutions. Apart fromcooperatives,the governmentis expected toissue a policythatbalanced scorecardused asa strategyrequired to beimplementedby the cooperative
A BRIEF DISSECTION GUIDE TO HUMAN THORAX
The purpose of this technical report is to present that, in summer 2018, a group of students from the University of Palermo did at the University of malta. The students have the experience to dissected a thorax under a guide to expert dissectors. This work would be also a small dissection guide for young students who want to learn the main bases of dissectio
Evolutionary Dynamics While Trapped in Resonance: A Keplerian Binary System Perturbed by Gravitational Radiation
The method of averaging is used to investigate the phenomenon of capture into
resonance for a model that describes a Keplerian binary system influenced by
radiation damping and external normally incident periodic gravitational
radiation. The dynamical evolution of the binary orbit while trapped in
resonance is elucidated using the second order partially averaged system. This
method provides a theoretical framework that can be used to explain the main
evolutionary dynamics of a physical system that has been trapped in resonance.Comment: REVTEX Style, Submitte
Assessment of different formation scenarios for the ring system of (10199) Chariklo (Corrigendum)
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