This will be a compute based project. Large craters on small bodies are very visible signs of impact damage. As more spacecraft visit or fly by small bodies in the outer solar system more craters are seen. The student will compile updated lists of the larger craters on small bodies, and then try to predict what they would expect based on known models of impact flux combined with equations that predict what sized craters arise from given impacts. The predictions can then be compared to the collected data.
For enquires about the projects please contact Professor Mark Burchell.
To apply please see: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/how-to-apply/