On the Solutions of the Lorentz-Dirac Equation
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چکیده
We discuss the unstable character of the solutions of the Lorentz-Dirac equation and stress the need of methods like order reduction to derive a physically acceptable equation of motion. The discussion is illustrated with the paradigmatic example of the non-relativistic harmonic oscillator with radiation reaction. We also illustrate removal of the noncasual pre-acceleration with the introduction of a small correction in the Lorentz-Dirac equation. PACS: 41.60.-m, 02.60.Cb
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