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Lecture
Principle of Least Action
Description
This lecture introduces the principle of least action, which minimizes a function through the Euler-Lagrange equations. It covers Lagrange multipliers, normal coordinates, and the Euler-Lagrange formalism. The concept is illustrated graphically and mathematically, emphasizing the importance of variational calculus and symmetries.
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