From Perihelion to Jupiter: 3I/ATLAS and the Case for Field-Mediated Dynamics

From Perihelion to Jupiter: 3I/ATLAS and the Case for Field-Mediated Dynamics | Authorea try { document.documentElement.classList.add('js'); } catch (e) { } var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'G-8VDV14Y67G']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })(); Skip to main content Preprints Collections Wiley Open Research IET Open Research Ecological Society of Japan All Collections About About Authorea FAQs Contact Us Quick Search anywhere Search for preprint articles, keywords, etc. Search Search ADVANCED SEARCH SCROLL This is a preprint and has not been peer reviewed. Data may be preliminary. 18 December 2025 V1 Latest version Share on From Perihelion to Jupiter: 3I/ATLAS and the Case for Field-Mediated Dynamics Author : J. SARVON 0009-0006-8424-2518 [email protected] Authors Info & Affiliations https://doi.org/10.22541/au.176609311.13557210/v1 289 views 179 downloads Contents Abstract Supplementary Material Information & Authors Metrics & Citations View Options References Figures Tables Media Share Abstract The interstellar object 3I/ATLAS exhibits a pronounced tension between its extreme surface chemistry-indicated by a CO₂/H₂O ratio of 7.6 ± 0.3, consistent with billion-year galactic cosmic ray (GCR) processing [1]-and a suite of large-scale coherent phenomena: a spherical Xray halo [2], non-gravitational acceleration guiding it toward Jupiter [3, 4, 24, 37], persistent sunward jets [5, 9], and an intact nucleus [6]. These global properties collectively challenge models that attribute long-term irradiation solely to structural weakness and passive degradation. We introduce the Torsion-Entrained Interstellar Object (TEIO) model, in which 3I/ATLAS couples to a Solar Torsion Field (STF). Within this framework, the object's coherent dynamics-including fixed jet orientation, entrained trajectory, and preservation of nucleus integrity-are interpreted as manifestations of torsional field entrainment rather than conventional volatile sublimation. This interpretation yields clear, falsifiable diagnostics. The model predicts a measurable kinematic perturbation as 3I/ATLAS traverses the Sun-Jupiter L₁ torsional interface in early 2026, representing a direct signature of field-transition dynamics. Ongoing observations already indicate evolving coma properties alongside sustained large-scale coherence, a combination difficult to reconcile with progressive surface degradation alone. A detectable, torque-induced reorientation of the spin axis during L₁ passage will further distinguish field-mediated coupling from surface-driven outgassing. The persistence of global coherence without correlated mass loss or fragmentation through this encounter would strongly favor the TEIO framework, while rapid loss of halo coherence or the emergence of multiple nuclei would support conventional sublimation-driven scenarios. Consequently, the object's subsequent dynamical outcome-Jovian capture or a deterministically modified hyperbolic escape-will serve as a decisive empirical test among competing interpretations. Observational confirmation of a new, Jupiter-directed jet following the L₁ passage would provide particularly strong support for the torsional-coupling hypothesis. Supplementary Material File (teiosarvon1218.pdf) Download 213.45 KB Information & Authors Information Version history V1 Version 1 18 December 2025 Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Keywords 3i/atlas astronomy and astrophysics astrophysics earth and planetary science field-mediated dynamics galactic cosmic ray processing interstellar objects jupiter encounter test non-gravitational acceleration sun-jupiter l₁ Authors Affiliations J. SARVON 0009-0006-8424-2518 [email protected] View all articles by this author Metrics & Citations Metrics Article Usage 289 views 179 downloads .FvxKWukQNSOunydq8rnd { width: 100px; } Citations Download citation J. SARVON. From Perihelion to Jupiter: 3I/ATLAS and the Case for Field-Mediated Dynamics. Authorea . 18 December 2025. 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