Estimating Radiative Momentum Transfer Through a Thermal Analysis of the Pioneer Anomaly
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A methodology based on point-like sources is discussed, enabling a reliable estimate of the acceleration of the Pioneer 10 and 11 probes caused by thermal effects. A sensitivity analysis of the several parameters of the model allows for a clear indication of the possible thermal origin of the so-called Pioneer anomaly.
Pioneer anomaly Thermal effects
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