Proof of satellite revolve around earth in circular path

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Artificial satellites orbit the Earth in elliptical paths, with circular orbits being a specific case of ellipses. This phenomenon is supported by Newton's laws of motion and universal gravitation, which provide the mathematical framework for these orbits. The principles established centuries ago for planetary motion apply equally to artificial satellites. Thus, both physics and mathematics confirm that satellites revolve around the Earth in circular or elliptical paths. The discussion emphasizes the relevance of classical mechanics in understanding satellite motion.
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Hi guys. I do not know artificial satellite revolve around Earth in a circular path or an ellipse path but do we have physics and mathematical proof that artificial satellite revolve around Earth in circular/ellipse path?
 
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Steven7 said:
do we have physics and mathematical proof that artificial satellite revolve around Earth in circular/ellipse path?

Yes, it's the exact same as the proof given hundreds of years ago by Newton that the planets orbit the sun in ellipses (note, a circle is just a special case of an ellipse).
 

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