Mechanics → Lagrangian Mechanics → Worked Example
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Worked Example

Problem:
Find equation for harmonic oscillator.

Solution

$$ L = \frac{1}{2}m\dot{x}^2 - \frac{1}{2}kx^2 $$

$$ m\ddot{x} + kx = 0 $$