A Resolution Requirement for Disk Simulations Modeling Collapse
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The accurate simulation of collapsed objects requires that a huge range of spatial scales be well resolved if the result is not to be contaminated by numerically induced fragmentation. In this context, `insufficient resolution' means comparable to the local instability wavelength in the system. I define a minimum resolution criterion for simulations of disk systems, using the critical wavelength appropriate for disks.
4pages. Final version of submission for the "Scientific Frontiers in Research on Extrasolar Planets" conference: June 2002 in Washington
4pages. Final version of submission for the "Scientific Frontiers in Research on Extrasolar Planets" conference: June 2002 in Washington