• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • About
  • Life
  • Tech
  • Travel
  • Work
  • Questions
  • Contact

Welcome

.

How to solve this exercise in orbital mechanics; the moon stops in its orbit, what happens next?

February 6, 2020 by

Questions › How to solve this exercise in orbital mechanics; the moon stops in its orbit, what happens next?
0
Vote Up
Vote Down
Garmaine asked 4 years ago

As an exercise in orbital mechanics, suppose the moon were to suddenly stop orbiting Earth, and instead at time $t=0$ begin moving in the same direction as Earth so that their relative velocity were zero.

How could one go about calculating the answer to the following questions?

  1. Would the Moon hit the Earth or not?
  2. If it did, how long would it take?
  3. If it didn't, what would its new orbit be like?
  4. Does the answer depend on where the Moon is in its orbit?

Do we have to do detailed numerical integration to find the answer, or can we use some simple equations that involve energy and/or eccentricity to get an answer?

Are you looking for the answer?
Original Question and Possible Answers can be found on `http://space.stackexchange.com`

Question Tags: mathematics, orbital-mechanics, physics, the-moon

Please login or Register to submit your answer




Primary Sidebar

Tags

Advancements best Business strategies commercial convenience economic Finances Cognitive decline Financial growth firm Future Hidden Gems Home hydration Impact Innovations lighting line of work Mental health Must-See New York City office patronage Productivity profession Profitability tips Profit optimization pursuit recreation Revenue enhancement romance sippy cups social station Technological breakthroughs technology toddlers trading transaction Treasures Uncover undertaking Well-being Wonders Work Young onset dementia

Newsletter

Complete the form below, and we'll send you all the latest news.

Footer

Footer Funnies

Who knew that reading the footer could be such a hilarious adventure? As we navigate websites, books, and documents, we often stumble upon the unassuming space at the bottom, only to discover a treasure trove of amusement. In this side-splitting compilation, we present 100 jokes that celebrate the unsung hero of content – the footer. Get ready to chuckle, giggle, and maybe even snort as we dive into the world of footnotes, disclaimers, and hidden comedic gems. Brace yourself for a wild ride through the footer!

Recent

  • Unveiling the Enigma: Almost-Magical Lamp Lights Highway Turns
  • The Impact of Young Onset Dementia on Employment and Finances: Optimizing Post-Diagnostic Approaches
  • 11 Wonders of 2023 Technological Breakthrough – Unveiling the Future
  • Work from Home and Stay Mentally Sane – Achieve Productivity and Well-being
  • Hidden Gems of New York City – Uncover the Must-See Treasures!

Search

Tags

Advancements best Business strategies commercial convenience economic Finances Cognitive decline Financial growth firm Future Hidden Gems Home hydration Impact Innovations lighting line of work Mental health Must-See New York City office patronage Productivity profession Profitability tips Profit optimization pursuit recreation Revenue enhancement romance sippy cups social station Technological breakthroughs technology toddlers trading transaction Treasures Uncover undertaking Well-being Wonders Work Young onset dementia

Copyright © 2023