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Exact solution of the Landau-Lifshitz equations for a radiating charged particle in the Coulomb potential

Journal Article · · Annals of Physics (New York)
We solve exactly the classical non-relativistic Landau-Lifshitz equations of motion for a charged particle moving in a Coulomb potential, including radiation damping. The general solution involves the Painleve transcendent of type II. It confirms our physical intuition that a negatively charged classical particle will spiral into the nucleus, supporting the validity of the Landau-Lifshitz equation.
OSTI ID:
21163673
Journal Information:
Annals of Physics (New York), Journal Name: Annals of Physics (New York) Journal Issue: 11 Vol. 323; ISSN 0003-4916; ISSN APNYA6
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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