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Lagrangians Galore

Authors :
Nucci, M. C.
Leach, P. G. L.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

Searching for a Lagrangian may seem either a trivial endeavour or an impossible task. In this paper we show that the Jacobi last multiplier associated with the Lie symmetries admitted by simple models of classical mechanics produces (too?) many Lagrangians in a simple way. We exemplify the method by such a classic as the simple harmonic oscillator, the harmonic oscillator in disguise [H Goldstein, {\it Classical Mechanics}, 2nd edition (Addison-Wesley, Reading, 1980)] and the damped harmonic oscillator. This is the first paper in a series dedicated to this subject.<br />Comment: 16 pages

Details

Database :
arXiv
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
edsarx.0706.1008
Document Type :
Working Paper
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1063/1.2821612