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A revised flux vector for the collisional evolution of Keplerian orbits

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In statistical Keplerian systems the disordered component of collisionally induced motion of matter introduces new terms into the flux vector. This contribution, which is calculated from a transport equation, tends to reduce the density gradient and causes the expansion which is observed in computer simulations of collisional systems. A quantitative comparison with Trulsen's (1972) simulations confirms the revised expression of the flux vector.

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Hämeen-Anttila, K.A. A revised flux vector for the collisional evolution of Keplerian orbits. Astrophys Space Sci 56, 421–430 (1978). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01879573

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