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Statistical mechanics of Keplerian orbits

III. Perturbations

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Perturbations and gravitational encounters are incorporated into the statistical theory of Keplerian orbits. The birth of planets is discussed as an application of the theory. It turns out to be a consequence of the combined action of collisions, differential rotation and gravitational interaction.

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  1. Aarne Karjalainen Observatory, University of Oulu, Finland

    K. A. Hämeen-Anttila

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Hämeen-Anttila, K.A. Statistical mechanics of Keplerian orbits. Astrophys Space Sci 46, 133–154 (1977). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00643759

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