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The research aims to extend Delaunay's method used in lunar theory to the broader context of planetary motion.

January 1, 1900Open Access

On the extension of Delaunay’s method in the lunar theory to the general problem of planetary motion

GHG. W. HillCommonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation

Key Points

The research aims to extend Delaunay's method used in lunar theory to the broader context of planetary motion.
Adaptation of Delaunay’s integration technique for planetary systems.
Explanation of the method emphasizing its general applicability.
Comparison with traditional, case-specific approaches.
Establishes a more generalized method for integrating motion equations.
Reduces tedious transformations inherent in Delaunay's original approach.
Provides clarity for astronomers studying planetary systems.

Abstract

The method of integrating the differential equations of motion, adopted by DELAUNAY for the elaboration of his lunar theory, as it is explained by him, demands its division into several cases, and is established through very tedious transformations. These disadvantages disappear when the greatest generality is given to the procedure. Hence, an explanation of the method, as it would be applied to the motion of a planetary system like the solar, will, doubtless, be welconme to astronomers.

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