Dynamical architectures of planetary systems induced by orbital migration

¹ CASA* and Institute of Physics, University of Szczecin, Wielkopolska 15, 70-451, Poland
² DAMTP, University of Cambridge, Wilberforce Road, Cambridge CB3 0WA, UK

Abstract

The aim of this talk is to present the most recent advances in establishing plausible planetary system architectures determined by the gravitational tidal interactions between the planets and the disc in which they are embedded during the early epoch of planetary system formation. We concentrate on a very well defined and intensively studied process of the disc-planet interaction leading to the planet migration. We focus on the dynamics of the systems in which low-mass planets are present. Particular attention is devoted to investigation of the role of resonant configurations. Our studies, apart from being complementary to the fast progress occurring just now in observing the whole variety of planetary systems and uncovering their structure and origin, can also constitute a valuable contribution in support of the missions planned to enhance the number of detected multiple systems.