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<big> µ = GM = 1 </big> |
<big> µ = GM = 1 </big> |
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As mentioned, dynamical considerations |
As mentioned, dynamical considerations allow for the determination of the speed. They result in the so-called [[wp:vis-viva equation|vis-viva equation]]: |
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<big>v<sup>2</sup> = GM(2/r - 1/a)</big> |
<big>v<sup>2</sup> = GM(2/r - 1/a)</big> |
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