Mathematical Methods in the Physical Sciences
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9780471198260
Author: Mary L. Boas
Publisher: Wiley, John & Sons, Incorporated
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Chapter 9.5, Problem 21P
For the following problems, use the Lagrangian to find the equations of motion and then refer to Chapter 3, Section 12.
Find the Lagrangian and Lagrange’s equations for the double pendulum shown. All motion takes place in a single vertical plane. Hint: See the hint in Problem 19.
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