Evolution of the eccentricity and inclination of low-mass planets subjected to thermal forces: a numerical study

• Published in: arXiv.org
• Main Authors: Cornejo, S, Masset, F S, Chametla, R O, Fromenteau, S
• Format: Paper Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Ithaca Cornell University Library, arXiv.org 01.03.2023
• Subjects: Aspect ratio; Damping; Inclination; Luminosity; Orbital mechanics; Physics - Earth and Planetary Astrophysics; Planetary evolution; Planets; Protoplanets; Resonant interactions; Temperature effects; Thermal diffusion

By means of three dimensional, high resolution hydrodynamical simulations we study the orbital evolution of weakly eccentric or inclined low-mass protoplanets embedded in gaseous discs subject to thermal diffusion. We consider both non-luminous planets, and planets that also experience the radiative...