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August 20, 2025The Astrophysical JournalOpen Access

The Gap–Giant Association: Are Planets Hiding in the Gaps?

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CLCaleb LammersPrinceton University JWJoshua N. WinnPrinceton University

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Analysis reveals gaps may hide smaller planets or remain devoid of planets in four solar systems, suggesting a new perspective on gap–giant associations.

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Gaps in planetary orbits may hide smaller, undetected planets or be completely empty, challenging existing theories.
In four examined systems with outer giant planets, the gravitational influence is too weak to prevent transits of hypothetical planets.
The study assessed each system's potential for undiscovered planets, showing stability for typical small planets within the gaps.
Findings indicate that the observed gap–giant association may require reconsideration of current models in planetary formation.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/68af56f4ad7bf08b1eadcd5c https://doi.org/10.3847/1538-4357/adf06b

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Analysis reveals gaps may hide smaller planets or remain devoid of planets in four solar systems, suggesting a new perspective on gap–giant associations.

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