Dynamical models of the Galaxy

TL;DR

This paper highlights the significance of dynamical models, especially torus models, in analyzing survey data to understand the structure and kinematics of the Milky Way, with applications like Solar velocity and moving groups.

Contribution

It introduces and advocates for the use of torus dynamical models in Galactic studies, demonstrating their utility in interpreting survey data.

Findings

Torus models effectively determine Solar velocity.

Application to Hyades group reveals new kinematic insights.

Supports the adoption of dynamical models in Galactic astronomy.

Abstract

I discuss the importance of dynamical models for exploiting survey data, focusing on the advantages of "torus" models. I summarize a number of applications of these models to the study of the Milky Way, including the determination of the peculiar Solar velocity and investigation of the Hyades moving group.