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Galaxy dynamics with small computers : Some results on tidal interactions

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Numerical simulations with a small computer have been performed to investigate the tidal influence of a larger galaxy on a smaller companion. A criterion is developed for disruption of the satellite galaxy. The behaviour of energy and angular momentum has also been investigated.

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  1. Indian Institute of Astrophysics, 560 034, Bangalore, India

    R. K. Kochhar & P. M. S. Namboodiri

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Kochhar, R.K., Namboodiri, P.M.S. Galaxy dynamics with small computers : Some results on tidal interactions. Astrophys Space Sci 228, 185–194 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00984974

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