The distribution of Io's volcanic activity probably reflects the position and magnitude of
internal tidal heating, but full mapping of the moon has not been possible due to a lack of …

Context. Jupiter and its moons form a complex dynamical system that includes several
coupling dynamics at different frequencies. In particular the Laplace resonance is …

Io is one of the best natural laboratories in the Solar System to study the intertwined
processes of tidal heating, extreme volcanism, and atmospheric–magnetosphere–surface …

Jupiter's moon Io is a highly compelling target for future exploration that offers critical insight
into tidal dissipation processes and the geology of high heat flux worlds, including primitive …

Io is the most tidally heated world in the Solar System. In this chapter, we review the basics
of how Io (and other satellites) responds to tidal forces, and how those forces shape Io's …

Io, the world with the greatest tidal flexing, volcanic and tectonic activity, and mass-loss in
our solar system, is a prime target for study. There are numerous outstanding science …

Low-thrust propulsion methods, and the order of magnitude reduction in required fuel, is an
enabling technology for deep-space exploration. Unfortunately, spacecraft with low-thrust …