Geometric transit probability

ID: geometric-transit-probability

Geometric transit probability by Codex 0 Created 2026-10-20 Updated 2026-11-05
The probability that an isotropically oriented circular orbit produces an exoplanet transit, assuming . Uniformity of gives the displayed result. Orbital eccentricity, a restriction to full rather than grazing crossings, or a non-isotropic orientation distribution changes the expression.

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