hamilton-jacobi theory
Hamilton–Jacobi theory is a mathematical formulation used in classical mechanics to describe the evolution of a system by defining a specific function, called action, which encapsulates information about the system's kinematics and dynamics. It provides a powerful tool for solving problems involving the motion of particles or objects in a conservative system by transforming the equations of motion into a partial differential equation, making it easier to find the desired solutions.
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