Equation of motion in classical electrodynamics. [Poymting momentum]

Journal Article · Fri Jan 14 23:00:00 EST 1977 · Phys. Rev., D; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevD.15.453· OSTI ID:7228657

Herrera, J C

It is proposed that an equation derived as a first-order iteration of the Lorentz-Dirac equation be considered as the exact equation of motion for classical electrodynamics. The added force term which is quadratic in the applied field is shown to be equivalent to a Poynting-like momentum being transferred to the particle. We apply this equation to the motion of a particle in a uniform magnetic field and also in a uniform electric field. In both cases the particle trajectory exhibits the essential physical behavior, while the accompanying electromagnetic radiation is supplied by the interaction with the external field. (AIP)

• Research Organization: Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, New York 11973
• OSTI ID: 7228657
• Journal Information: Phys. Rev., D; (United States), Journal Name: Phys. Rev., D; (United States) Vol. 15:2; ISSN PRVDA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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