Papers on Calculus of Variations

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The discussion centers on finding accessible papers related to the calculus of variations, particularly in the context of Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics. Participants suggest that while there are many comprehensive books available, such as Feynman's Lectures Book 2, the user is specifically seeking simpler papers. The conversation highlights the challenge of locating suitable academic papers that balance simplicity with the depth of the calculus of variations.

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I want to give a talk related to calculus of variations. Does anyone know any fun/interesting papers that are somewhat simple to understand?
Could be anything related to calculus of variations, including Lagrangian/Hamiltonian mechanics.
I'm having really bad luck in my search, been trying all afternoon. I find good books, but not good papers. Thanks for the help!
 
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refind said:
I want to give a talk related to calculus of variations. Does anyone know any fun/interesting papers that are somewhat simple to understand?
Could be anything related to calculus of variations, including Lagrangian/Hamiltonian mechanics.
I'm having really bad luck in my search, been trying all afternoon. I find good books, but not good papers. Thanks for the help!
Don't know any papers but there are Physics texts that give elementary explanations and examples- non heavy math.
Feyynmann's Lectures Book 2.
Black Holes describes the principle of maximal time.
 
I want a paper.
Thanks though
 

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