Variational Principles in Dynamics and Quantum Theory

Yourgrau, W., & Mandelstam, S. (1968). Variational Principles in Dynamics and Quantum Theory.

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1968

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• Principle of Least Action
  • clarified that the operative concept is stationarity, not minimization

    This sourceSaunders. 1968. Historical and synthetic treatment of variational principles from Maupertuis through quantum mechanics; clarifies evolution from "least action" terminology to "stationary action"; bridges classical and quantum formulations; philosophical context.

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