Capture of 2002 AA29
In the previous integration we observed
2002 AA29 executing its horseshoe orbit. Here we examine in detail
what is due to happen from year 2560 onwards. Rotating coordinates are
used again to hold the Earth in the same direction relative to the
Sun.
You will see the Asteroid approach Earth and then appear to go into
orbit round the Earth for several years before resuming it's horseshoe
behaviour. By using tilt,
rotate and zoom controls you can
examine the event in detail.
This integration includes Asteroid 2002 AA29 and all the main
bodies of the Solar System. Earth and 2002 AA29 are shown in their
normal colours while the others are shown faintly. Rotating
coordinates are used to keep the Earth approximately static although
it does wiggle a bit due to its slightly elliptical orbit.
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