Undergrad Source for stock physics equations

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There is no central authority or repository for physics equations akin to the International Bureau of Weights and Measures. Users discussed various resources like Hyperphysics and the CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, but these did not provide specific formulas for electric field strength around common geometrical charge shapes. The conversation highlighted the need for more targeted references, particularly in engineering texts. Participants shared links to additional resources, including a physics formulary from the University of Illinois. The quest for a comprehensive source for specific physics equations remains ongoing.
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Is there a central authority or repository for physics equations something like the International Bureau of Weights and Measures but for formulas?

The reason for my question is if I find a stock physics equation in a textbook that is incorrect and I want to see if it is incorrect everywhere through out the physics community.
 
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The CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics is an old standby and even available online.

http://hbcponline.com
 
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Thanks, I looked at both sources however I am looking for formulas for the electric field strength around common geometrical charge shapes and neither source seemed to have any formulas for electric field strength.
 
Teclis said:
Is there a central authority or repository for physics equations something like the International Bureau of Weights and Measures but for formulas?

My favorite reference: http://physics.illinois.edu/academics/graduates/physics-formulary.pdf

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Thanks, I looked at both sources however I am looking for formulas for the electric field strength around common geometrical charge shapes and neither source seemed to have any formulas for electric field strength.

That's rather specific, and probably found in engineering texts (jbriggs444 found another place).
 
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