L1 L2 Points: Influence & Model Dependence

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The discussion focuses on the influence and model dependence of the Lagrange points L1, L2, L3, L4, and L5. Participants question the extent of the area of influence for these points, noting that while L4 and L5 appear to cover a large area, capturing a body requires a slow approach. There is confusion regarding the stability of the L3 point, with concerns about the effects of gravitational forces and the speed of light on its sustainability. The trajectory of 2002 AA29 is highlighted as an example of a body passing through the Earth-Sun L4 and L5 points without being captured. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the complexities and nuances of gravitational dynamics at these points.
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Can some one tell me how big an area of influence the lagrange L1, L2
etc points have ? or are they model depandant ? Thanks.
 
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In this diagram the area covered by the L4, L5 points look huge, but i guess a body would have to enter it slowly and near the center to be captured, but what would its maximum orbit be?
I can not understand how the L3 point is sustained, surly if the speed of G=C then any planetary influence would be (washed) away by the refresh rate of the speed of G ?
 
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The attraction is quite weak. 2002 AA29 sails right through the Earth-Sun L4 and L5 points in its bizarre horseshoe orbit.
 
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