Tides in a body librating about a spin–orbit resonance: generalisation of the Darwin–Kaula theory
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DOI: 10.1007/s10569-017-9768-6
Abstract: The Darwin-Kaula theory of bodily tides is intended for celestial bodies rotating without libration. We demonstrate that this theory, in its customary form, is inapplicable to a librating body. Specifically, in the presence of libration… read more here.
Keywords: theory; kaula theory; generalisation; libration ... See more keywords