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On physics of the Poynting-Robertson effect

Astrophysics 2007-05-23 v1

Abstract

Detailed discussion of university textbook statements (Harwit 1988) concerning the Poynting-Robertson effect (P-R effect) is presented. Discussion is concentrated on better physical understanding of the P-R effect. References to complete correct equation of motion for real dust particle are also presented.

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@article{arxiv.astro-ph/0108210,
  title  = {On physics of the Poynting-Robertson effect},
  author = {Jozef Klacka},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:astro-ph/0108210},
  year   = {2007}
}