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Extended classical charged particle

Journal Article · · Found. Phys.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00734562· OSTI ID:6216815
A theory of the extended classical charged particle is presented. The theory assumes extension along the forward light cone of the particle instead of the usual now-plane. Solutions are given for many of the traditional problems including 4/3, instability, infinite self-energy, and runaway velocity. The Lorentz and Lorentz-Dirac equations are derived from a more general equation of motion.
OSTI ID:
6216815
Journal Information:
Found. Phys.; (United States), Journal Name: Found. Phys.; (United States) Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 19:3; ISSN FNDPA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English