Lecture

Hamiltonian Formulation and Equivalence with Euler-Lagrange

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Description

This lecture covers the Hamiltonian formulation and its equivalence with the Euler-Lagrange equations, illustrated through various examples. It delves into the concept of stationery points, the Legendre transform, and the relation between kinetic and potential energy in classical mechanics.

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Mechanics: Classical mechanics

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