celestial dynamics
noun
Pronunciation: səˈlɛstʃəl daɪˈnæmɪks
Definition
The study of the physical forces and motions governing objects in space, particularly the gravitational interactions between bodies in a system.
Examples
The mission trajectory was calculated using advanced celestial dynamics to ensure the probe would swing around the moon at the perfect angle.
Students of celestial dynamics must master the complex orbital mechanics that keep satellites stable in their paths.
New observations of the star system challenged existing theories of celestial dynamics by revealing unexpected gravitational perturbations.
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