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In the discussion, two masses, m1 and m2 (where m2 = a.m1 and m2 > m1), are analyzed for their orbital dynamics around a barycenter. The primary question focuses on determining the relative speed of the masses needed for m1’s orbit to exhibit cusps while the barycenter moves at speed v in an inertial frame. Participants emphasize the necessity for the original poster to provide calculations or equations to facilitate assistance. The thread was locked after the OP attempted to delete their post following the request for additional work. The conversation highlights the importance of showing work in physics discussions to receive meaningful help.
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R1 = (m2/(m1+m2))r
Two bodies with masses m2 and m1, m2=a.m1 and m2>m1 orbit each other in circular orbits. if the barycenter moves at a speed v with respect to an inertial reference frame, What should be the relative speed of the bodies so that m1’s orbit in this inertial frame will have cusps?
 
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