The principle of least action: history and physics

"The Principle of Least Action originates in the idea that, if Nature has a purpose, it should follow a minimum or critical path. This simple principle (and its variants and generalizations) applies to optics, mechanics, electromagnetism, relativity and quantum mechanics, and provides an essent...

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Hauptverfasser: Rojo, Alberto (VerfasserIn), Bloch, Anthony M. 1955- (VerfasserIn)
Format: Buch
Sprache:English
Veröffentlicht: Cambridge Cambridge University Press 2018
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Zusammenfassung:"The Principle of Least Action originates in the idea that, if Nature has a purpose, it should follow a minimum or critical path. This simple principle (and its variants and generalizations) applies to optics, mechanics, electromagnetism, relativity and quantum mechanics, and provides an essential guide to understanding the beauty of physics. This unique text provides an accessible introduction to the action principle across these various fields of physics and examines its history and fundamental role in science"...
Beschreibung:Includes bibliographical references and index
Beschreibung:xi, 255 Seiten Diagramme 26 cm
ISBN:9780521869027
0521869021

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