Collinear Libration Points

Author: Tianjiang Shuo

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Definition

Three libration points lying on the line connecting the two primaries, denoted L₁, L₂, and L₃. L₁ lies between the two bodies, L₂ is outward from the smaller body, and L₃ is outward from the larger body. These points are unstable saddle points.

References

  • Szebehely - 1967 - Theory of orbit the restricted problem of three bodies