Grand Finale part 1, F ring orbits |
Grand Finale part 1, F ring orbits |
Nov 29 2016, 11:03 PM
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With its second to last swing by Titan the curtain has now opened on Cassini's final act. What wonders will we see in the rings?
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Mar 9 2017, 11:42 PM
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It looks to me like the ridge is emplaced as a fairly steep-sided feature which suffers occasional slumps. Even in its fresh state it is unlikely to be as narrow at its base as at the rim.
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Mar 10 2017, 05:08 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1584 Joined: 14-October 05 From: Vermont Member No.: 530 |
It looks to me like the ridge is emplaced as a fairly steep-sided feature which suffers occasional slumps. Even in its fresh state it is unlikely to be as narrow at its base as at the rim. My bet would be those slopes are pretty much at the angle of repose. (If I recall correctly, these looking like big cliffs is exactly akin to Verona Rupes on Miranda) Pretty awesome. |
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