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Hamilton-Jacobi
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Time-Dependent Generator A generator determines a canonical transformation. The transform generally changes the form of H.The transform generally changes the form of H. If time-dependent, the value of H also changes.If time-dependent, the value of H also changes.
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Independent Hamiltonian The easiest integration for H is if H is independent of all variables. Select to give that resultSelect to give that result Coordinates and momenta are constants of the motion. 2f constants2f constants
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Hamilton-Jacobi Equation Hamilton-Jacobi is a partial differential equation. First order, generally second degreeFirst order, generally second degree f+1 independent variables: q j, tf+1 independent variables: q j, t f+1 constants, one additive, others are k.f+1 constants, one additive, others are k.
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Principal Function The Lagrangian is directly related to the generator. Generator is Hamilton’s principal functionGenerator is Hamilton’s principal function since setting one set at t and the other at t 1 :
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Principal Function and Action The action is defined when H does not involve time. is the principal function is the principal function Additive constant is possibleAdditive constant is possible Subsitute to simplify HJ equation. Time-independent HTime-independent H Time variable separatesTime variable separates E is not independentE is not independent
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Path Equations Choose energy symmetrically Simplifies action relations Gives f parameterized equations One can pick one for E. Path described without time One equation for location on the path next
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