Lagrangian/Hamiltonian problems and find the position

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This discussion focuses on resources for practicing Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics, specifically seeking a collection of exercises with solutions. A recommended resource is the "Schaum's Outline for Theoretical Mechanics," which provides a comprehensive set of problems. Additionally, participants emphasize the importance of improving skills in determining the geometry of physical systems, particularly in finding position coordinates in complex scenarios.

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Hi, does somebody know a good website with many exercises about Lagrangian/Hamiltonian mechanics? And I mean problems with physical system and no mambo jambo around it. A list of like 30 problems with solutions would be cool(if that exists). My second question is how I can get better at finding the geometry of a system? For example finding the position coordinates. I'm not that bad, but it could be better. I ofter get it wrong when the system is a bit more complex, which is related to my first question somehow I guess.

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