Simulating the Precession of Venus

ORAL

Abstract

The orbit of Venus precesses at a total rate of 204 arc seconds per century. The gravitational forces from the other 7 planets produce a rate of 1075'' according to Newtonian gravity. In 1908, Walter Ritz published a modified law of gravity. We will use his theory to simulate the precession of Venus and demonstrate that his theory gives the correct amount.

Authors

  • Pradeep Ojha

    • Weatherford College
  • Krista Chanaritthichai

    • Weatherford College
  • Nathan Redmon

    • Weatherford College
  • James Espinosa

    • Weatherford College