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    Question concerning defining the general equation of a conic from 5-points

    Homework Statement I understand that the general equation of a conic is: And I know that I can use 5 points to determine the unique conic that passes through these points. What I don't understand, however, is this site's explanation of the process...
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    Improving the accuracy of a Java simulation of n-orbital bodies

    Alright, I will try RK4, but if it does not preserve energy, should I use it? What if my system will end up changing a lot? Also, where can I find more instructional documentation on BG14 and Encke-Nystrom?
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    Improving the accuracy of a Java simulation of n-orbital bodies

    Yes, Euler method. I knew that system of approximation had a name. I will try to implement the velocity verlet algorithm, but I am still wondering, is it possible to find exactly the next position of a satellite in relation to a stationary body if you know both masses, positions, the...
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    Improving the accuracy of a Java simulation of n-orbital bodies

    I suddenly thought of something that might help me. I hadn't thought of it yet, but finding the center of gravity of all the other planets would give me a relative position to work use! So for n-bodies, treat one satellite as one body and all the other bodies as a cumulative point mass...
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    Improving the accuracy of a Java simulation of n-orbital bodies

    Homework Statement So, I'm creating a 2d graphical simulation of orbiting bodies. Right now I'm just working with 2 bodies, one stationary, but I would hope to extend this program to be able to include any number of moving bodies and have them interact accordingly. After combing...