The nucleus of Comet Borrelly: A study of morphology and surface brightness
January 1, 2004
Stereo images obtained during the DS1 flyby were analyzed to derive a topographic model for the nucleus of Comet 19P/Borrelly for morphologic and photometric studies. The elongated nucleus has an overall concave shape, resembling a peanut, with the lower end tilted towards the camera. The bimodal character of surface-slopes and curvatures support the idea that the nucleus is a gravitational aggregate, consisting of two fragments in contact. Our photometric modeling suggests that topographic shading effects on Borrelly's surface are very minor (
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2004 |
|---|---|
| Title | The nucleus of Comet Borrelly: A study of morphology and surface brightness |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.icarus.2003.05.001 |
| Authors | J. Oberst, Elpitha Howington-Kraus, Randolph L. Kirk, Laurence A. Soderblom, B. Buratti, M. Hicks, R. Nelson, D. Britt |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Icarus |
| Index ID | 70027368 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Astrogeology Science Center |