Hamilton Jacobi equation,

In summary, the conversation discusses the S function in physics, which satisfies a specific equation and depends on the potential V. The existence and uniqueness of the solution can be proven using the implicit function theorem. The laplacian of S is represented by (\nabla S)^2 and the boundary condition can be either Dirichlet or Neumann. It is suggested to establish an equivalent system of ODEs for the nonlinear problem and refer to Fritz John's book for more details. The nonlinear semi group theory can also be used in this case. Finally, Landau's book on mechanics discusses different forms of the potential function to ensure full separation of variables.
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Let be the S function being the action in physics S=S(x,y,z,t) satisfying the equation:

[tex]\frac{dS}{dt}+(1/2m)(\nabla{S})^{2}+V(x,y,z,t)=0 [/tex]

where V is the potential is there any solution (exact) to it depending on V?
 
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Implicit function theorem?
 
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We can prove the existence and the unicity of the solution ,
What do you mean by[tex]\nabla{S})^{2} [/tex] is it the laplacian of S?
what is your boundary condition?is it Dirichlet or Neuman?
 
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i m still wait your reponse
 
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[tex](\nabla S)^2=|\nabla S|^2 \qquad \hbox{the square gradient}[/tex]

you can establish an equivalent system of ode's for your nonlinear problem and then aswer the questions for existence, unicity and solvability...
for more details check first chapter of Fritz John book.
 
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In this case we can use the nonlinear semi group theory
 
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There are system of coordinates and forms of the potential function as to insure full separation of variables...See Landau's book on mechanics.

Daniel.
 

1. What is the Hamilton Jacobi equation?

The Hamilton Jacobi equation is a partial differential equation in mechanics that relates to the conservation of energy. It is used to describe the motion of a system by expressing the total energy as a function of the position and momentum of the system.

2. Who was Hamilton Jacobi and why is this equation named after them?

William Rowan Hamilton and Carl Gustav Jacobi were two mathematicians who independently discovered this equation in the 1830s. It is named after them as a tribute to their work in developing the principles of classical mechanics.

3. What is the significance of the Hamilton Jacobi equation in physics?

The Hamilton Jacobi equation is used in many areas of physics, such as classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and fluid dynamics, to describe the motion of a system. It is a fundamental equation that helps us understand the behavior of physical systems and make predictions about their future motion.

4. Can the Hamilton Jacobi equation be solved analytically?

Yes, the Hamilton Jacobi equation can be solved analytically for simple systems with known potentials. However, for more complex systems, numerical methods are often used to approximate solutions.

5. How does the Hamilton Jacobi equation relate to the Schrödinger equation?

The Schrödinger equation, which describes the behavior of quantum systems, can be derived from the Hamilton Jacobi equation in the limit of small wavelengths. This shows the connection between classical mechanics and quantum mechanics.

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