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Magnetic damping of rotationBased on Wilson's (1977) article on the magnetic effects on space vehicles and other celestial bodies, the magnetic damping of rotation is considered. The inadequacy of the interstellar magnetic field in overcoming solar wind shielding and thus influencing the rotation of bodies is described. The ionospheric shielding of the interstellar field is discussed along with the permeability and magnetic damping by the solar or stellar wind. Star formation and angular momentum is discussed and attention is given to the magnetic damping of unshielded small bodies. Calculations of the rate for damping through random particle impact are made. Theories concerning the rotation of asteroids and the origin of meteorites are reviewed. The shielding process of ionospheric plasmas is outlined and the damping effect of the geomagnetic field on the rotation of artificial satellites is evaluated.
Document ID
19780047556
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Reprint (Version printed in journal)
Authors
Opik, E. J.
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
June 1, 1977
Publication Information
Publication: Irish Astronomical Journal
Volume: 13
Subject Category
Geophysics
Accession Number
78A31465
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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