Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around two problems from a textbook on spherical astronomy concerning central forces in parabolic and elliptic orbits, specifically Euler's theorem and Lambert's theorem. The original poster seeks assistance with these problems, indicating they have been struggling with them for over a week.
Discussion Character
Approaches and Questions Raised
- Participants question the original poster's attempts to solve the problems, suggesting that sharing their working might facilitate better assistance. There is also a discussion about the clarity of the provided image and the relevance of the Earth's orbit in the context of the problems.
Discussion Status
The conversation reflects a lack of explicit consensus, with some participants expressing frustration over the original poster not sharing their attempts. Others have offered general guidance on the nature of the problems, but no specific solutions have been proposed.
Contextual Notes
There is mention of the original poster's reluctance to share their workings, which may hinder the collaborative problem-solving process. Additionally, the clarity of the provided image is noted as a potential barrier to understanding the problems.