Explore Poisson brackets and non-canonical Hamiltonian systems in this advanced dynamics lecture. Delve into the generalization of Hamiltonian systems, including Euler's free rigid body equations. Examine abstract algebra concepts, Lie algebra properties, and the relevance of Jacobi identity for Hamiltonian systems. Investigate fundamental Poisson brackets and their application to non-canonical Hamiltonian systems. Analyze Euler's free rigid body equations from a Hamiltonian perspective, and visualize the angular momentum sphere and energy ellipsoid. Gain a deeper understanding of advanced dynamics concepts in this comprehensive video lecture from the Ross Dynamics Lab.
Poisson Brackets, Non-Canonical Hamiltonian Systems and Euler's Rigid Body Equations
Overview
Syllabus
Poisson bracket introduction.
Poisson bracket in symplectic notation.
Abstract algebra.
Lie algebra properties.
Relevance for Hamiltonian systems.
Jacobi identity usefulness.
Fundamental Poisson brackets.
Non-canonical Hamiltonian systems.
Euler's free rigid body equations as Hamiltonian.
Angular momentum sphere and energy ellipsoid.
Taught by
Ross Dynamics Lab
