What Are the Libration Points in the Mars, Phobos, and Deimos System?

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Libration points are positions in space where the gravitational forces of two large bodies, like Mars and its moons Phobos and Deimos, create a stable location for smaller objects. The discussion centers on calculating these points, specifically for the Mars system, with one participant noting a libration point at 27,000 km above Mars' surface. Participants inquire about the existence of additional libration points and seek diagrams for better understanding. A referenced document provides a derivation of the five Lagrange points in such systems. Understanding these points is crucial for space missions and satellite positioning around Mars.
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what are libration points?
how to calculate them ?
what are the positions of all possible libration points for the Mars , phobos and deimos system?
send diagram if possible.
 
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I calculated and the libration point is coming out to be 27000 km above Mars surface. Is it correct? Do more libration points exist?
 
dev_arora_13 said:
what are libration points?
how to calculate them ?
what are the positions of all possible libration points for the Mars , phobos and deimos system?
send diagram if possible.

http://map.gsfc.nasa.gov/ContentMedia/lagrange.pdf

has a derivation of the location of all 5 Lagrange points.
 

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