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Stream-orbit misalignment & a new algorithm for constraining the Galactic potential with streams
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 06 January 2014
Abstract
In general, a tidal stream is misaligned with the orbit of its progenitor. Here we present the formation of tidal streams in angle-action space to discuss the effect of this misalignment on orbit-fitting algorithms for constraining the Galactic potential. We close by presenting and testing an alternative algorithm which more fully accounts for the dynamics of streams by using the angle-action formalism.
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- Contributed Papers
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- Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union , Volume 9 , Symposium S298: Setting the scene for Gaia and LAMOST , May 2013 , pp. 195 - 200
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- Copyright © International Astronomical Union 2014