Tidal dissipation and eccentricity pumping: Implications for the depth of the secondary eclipse of 55 Cnc e

E. Bolmont, F. Selsis, S. N. Raymond, J. Leconte, F. Hersant, A. S. Maurin, J. Pericaud

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Abstract

We use the super-Earth 55 Cnc e (Fischer et al. 2008) as a case-study to address an observable effect of tidal heating. This transiting short-period planet belongs to a compact multiple system with massive planets. We investigate whether planet-planet interactions can force the eccentricity of this planet to a level that would affect the eclipse depth observed with Spitzer.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the International Astronomical Union
PublisherCambridge University Press
Pages393-394
Number of pages2
Volume8
EditionS299
ISBN (Print)9781107045200
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2013

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Astronomical Union
NumberS299
Volume8
ISSN (Print)17439213
ISSN (Electronic)17439221

Keywords

  • Planet-star interactions
  • Planets and satellites: dynamical evolution and stability
  • Planets and satellites: fundamental parameters

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