by Michael S Penwarden
Planets within a solar system's "habitable zone" have the right temperatures to support ingredients for life. We assessed if habitable zone planets would continue to be habitable in the presence of other planets. We simulated planets in different solar systems for millions of years; after very long periods of time other planets cause disturbances which may adversely affect their ability to support life. Global temperatures are very sensitive to the orbit of the planet.
Major:
Aerospace Engineering
Exhibition Category:
Physical Sciences
Exhibition Format:
Oral Presentation
Campus:
University Park
Faculty Sponsor:
Rebekah Dawson, Assistant Professor
Poster Number:
19