A Generalized Lagrangian Formalism in Particle Mechanics and Classical Field Theory

A geometric generalization of the first-order Lagrangian formalism is proposed, following the original ideas of Poincaré and Cartan and the extension to field theory due to Krupka, Betounes and Rund. The method is particularly suited for the study of Noetherian symmetries. This point is proved by explicit study of many interesting systems with groups of symmetries appearing in theoretical physics.     

Covariant Canonical Formalism of Fields

The canonical formalism of fields consistentwith the covariance principle of special relativity isgiven here. The covariant canonical transformations offields are affected by 4-generating functions. All dynamical equations of fields, e.g., theHamilton, Euler–Lagrange, and other fieldequations, are preserved under the covariant canonicaltransformations. The dynamical observables are alsoinvariant under these transformations. The covariantcanonical transformations are therefore fundamentalsymmetry operations on fields, such that the physicaloutcomes of each field theory must be invariant under these transformations. We give here also thecovariant canonical equations of fields. These equationsare the covariant versions of the Hamilton equations.They are defined by a density functional that is scalar under both the Lorentz and thecovariant canonical transformations of fields.     

Canonical Symmetries in the Functional Formalism

Based on the phase-space generating functionalof the Green function, the canonical Ward identities(CWI) under local, nonlocal, and global transformationsin phase space for a system with a regular and singular Lagrangian have been derived. Therelation of global canonical symmetries to conservationlaws at the quantum level is presented. The advantage ofthis formulation is that one does not need to carry out the integration over canonicalmomenta in a phase-space path (functional) integral asin the traditional treatment in configuration space. Ingeneral, the connection between global canonicalsymmetries and conservation laws in classical theories isno longer preserved in quantum theories. Applications ofour formulation to the non-Abelian Chern-Simons (CS)theory are given, and new forms for CS gauge-ghost field proper vertices and the quantal conservedangular momentum of this system are obtained; thisangular momentum differs from the classical one in thatone needs to take into account the contribution of angular momenta of ghost fields.     

Improved Canonical Quantization Method of Self Dual Field

In this paper,the improved canonical quantization method of the self dual field is given in order to overcome linear combination problem about the second class constraint and the first class constraint number maximization problem in the Dirac method.In the improved canonical quantization method,there are no artificial linear combination and the first class constraint number maximization problems,at the same time,the stability of the system is considered.Therefore,the improved canonical quantization method is more natural and easier accepted by people than the usual Dirac method.We use the improved canonical quantization method to realize the canonical quantization of the self dual field,which has relation with string theory successfully and the results are equal to the results by using the Dirac method.     

Nambu Mechanics in the Lagrangian Formalism

A Lagrangian formulation is presented as the counterpart of the Hamiltonian onefor Nambu mechanics which is a natural generalization of Hamiltonian mechanics.If we postulate the existence of plural Lagrangians corresponding to the existenceof plural Hamiltonians, we can formulate the Lagrangian formalism in Nambumechanics as well as in Hamiltonian mechanics. Here, in terms of exteriordifferentiation, Nambu mechanics can be formulated in a completely parallel wayto ordinary analytical mechanics, including generalized Legendre transformations.     

Two-Dimensional Supergravity in the Canonical Exterior Formalism

The main features of the different linear gravity theories are reviewed. In particular, the supersymmetric extension of the Jackiw–Teitelboim (1+1) linear gravity is considered in detail within the canonical exterior formalism. In this context, the role of the several fields are analyzed. The constraints and the field equation are found. Finally, this supergravity model is treated in the second-order formalism.Member of the Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas, Argentina.     

On Symplectic and Multisymplectic Structures and Their Discrete Versions in Lagrangian Formalism

We introduce the Euler-Lagrange cohomology to study the symplectic and multisymplectic structures and their preserving properties in finite and infinite dimensional Lagrangian systems respectively.We also explore their certain difference discrete counterparts in the relevant regularly discretized finite and infinite dimensional Lagrangian systems by means of the difference discrete variational principle with the difference being regarded as an entire grometric object and the noncommutative differential calculus on regular lattice.In order to show that in all these cases the symplectic and multisymplectic preserving properties do not necessarily depend on the relevant Euler-Lagrange equations,the Euler-Lagrange cohomological concepts and content in the configuration space are employed.     

Canonical Formalism for Lagrangians of Maximal Nonlocality

A canonical formalism for Lagrangians of maximal nonlocality is established. The method is based on the familiar Legendre transformation to a new function, which can be derived from the maximally nonlocal Lagrangian.The corresponding canonical equations are derived through the standard procedure in local theory and appear much like those local ones, though the implication of the equations is largely expanded.     

Letter: The Teleparallel Lagrangian and Hamilton-Jacobi Formalism

We analyze the Teleparallel Equivalent of General Relativity (TEGR) from the point of view of Hamilton-Jacobi approach for singular systems.     

Abel Chern-Simons项与复标量场耦合系统的正则量子化

应用Faddeev-Jackiw方法对Abel Chern-Simons项与复标量场耦合系统进行正则量子化,它表明用这种方法进行量子化更加直接和优美.     

Superconducting State in the Lagrangian Formalism of the Generalized Hubbard Model

The nonperturbative large-N expansion applied to the generalized Hubbard model describing N-fold-degenerate correlated bands is considered. Our previous results, obtained in the framework of the Lagrangian formalism for the normal-state case, are extended to the superconducting state. The standard Feynman diagrammatics is obtained and the renormalized physical quantities are computed and analyzed. Our purpose is to obtain the 1/N corrections to the renormalized boson and fermion propagators when a state with Cooper-pair condensation (i.e., the superconducting state) is considered.     

Canonical quantization of the Yang-Mills Lagrangian with higher derivatives

The Hamiltonian formulation for the Yang-Mills Lagrangian with higher derivatives is constructed. Canonical quantization of the theory in a Coulomb gauge is performed. It is shown that the generating functional of the Green's function obtained reduces to the form given by the Faddeev-Popov rules.Translated from Izvestiya Vysshikh Uchebnykh Zavedenii, Fizika, No. 7, pp. 37–40, July, 1985.     

Variational Equations and Symmetries in the Lagrangian Formalism; Arbitrary Vector Fields

We continue the study of symmetries in the Lagrangian formalism of arbitrary order with the help of the generalized Helmholtz equations (sometimes called the Anderson-Duchamp-Krupka equations). For the case of second-order equations and arbitrary vector fields we are able to establish a polynomial structure in the second-order derivatives. This structure is based on the some linear combinations of Olver hyper-Jacobians. We use as the main tools Fock space techniques and induction. This structure can be used to analyze Lagrangian systems with groups of Noetherian symmetries. As an illustration we analyze the case of Lagrangian equations with Abelian gauge invariance.     

On the Grand Canonical Gibbs Ensemble in Euclidean Field Theory

By generalizing the integration by parts formula on the function space, the isomorphism between the general class of selfinteracting Euclidean, Bose fields and classical gases is proven in a nonperturbative way. Rigorous, non-perturbative derivations of the Mayer equations and Bogoliubov-Born-Kirkwood-Grenn-Yvone hierarchical equations are given. Expansions of several physical quantities are discussed in terms of the linear graphs, for some general classes of Euclidean fields.     

An Investigation of the Effect of the Canonical Transformation on the Lagrangian

The transformation of the Euler-Lagrange derivative under the point transformation is explicitly stated, and from this view point, the canonical transformation is reinvestigated. In our arguments, the canonical transformations are discussed strictly separately from the canonical equations. A proof is given that the Lagrangian can be restored after any infinitesimal canonical transformation. Some identities are obtained giving relations between canonically transformed and untransformed Lagrangians. Using the identities, the relation between the Noether charge and the generator of the canonical transformation is investigated. The chiral gauge, Galilei and scale transformations are considered as applications to field theory.     

Lorentz Covariant Canonical Formalism for Free Massive, Massless and Tachyonic Particles

We construct a consistent Lorentz-covariant canonical formalism for a free massive, massless and tachyonic particle in the framework of the absolute synchronization scheme of clocks. In the case of a massive particle our approach is canonically equivalent to the standard formulation which is not manifestly covariant. The absolute synchronization scheme seems to be the only one we can apply in the case of massless and tachyonic particles.     

On the Dual Symrnetry in Two-dimensional Field Theory

Discrete and continuous dual symmetry is analysed and explained in its geometrical origin. Linear eigenvalue equations of the dual transforming operators U are deduced in different forms in a suitable gauge, under the gauge transformation. Different dual parameters are compared too.     

Parameter Invariance in Field Theory and the Hamiltonian Formalism

The deparametrization problem for parameter‐invariant Lagrangian densities defined over J¹(N, F), is solved in terms of a projection onto a suitable jet bundle. The Hamilton‐Cartan formalism for such Lagrangians is then introduced and the pre‐symplectic structure of such variational problems is proved to be projectable through the aforementioned projection. Specific examples with physical meaning are also analyzed. 1998 PACS codes. 02.20.Tw Infinite‐dimensional Lie groups, 02.30.Wd Calculus of variations and optimal control, 02.40.Ky Riemannian geometries, 02.40.Ma Global differential geometry, 02.40.Vh Global analysis and analysis on manifolds, 04.20.Fy Canonical formalism, Lagrangians, and variational principles, 11.10.Ef Lagrangian and Hamiltonian approach, 11.10.Kk Field theories in dimensions other than four, 11.25.Sq Nonperturbative techniques; string field theory. 1991 Mathematics Subject Classification. Primary: 58E30 Variational principles; Secondary: 53B20 Local Riemannian geometry, 58A20 Jets, 58E12 Applications to minimal surfaces (problems in two independent variables), 58G35 Invariance and symmetry properties, 81S10 Geometric quantization, symplectic methods, 83E30 String and superstring theories.     

Complex Canonical Gravity and Reality Constraints

Ashtekar canonical variables for generalrelativity yielding low degree polynomial constraintsare complex and describe complex canonical gravity. Topick the real sector, a la Dirac, one must introduce reality constraints; they turn out to besecond-class. It is shown here that this holds not onlyfor pure gravity but also for a scalar fieldnon-minimally coupled to gravity. The originalsimplicity produced by the complex variables is spoiled if one getsrid of the second-class constraints via Dirac brackets,however. To circumvent such an undesirable feature,alternative possibilities are pointed out.     

On the chiral effective meson-baryon Lagrangian at third order⋆

We show that the recently constructed complete and “minimal” third-order meson-baryon effective chiral Lagrangian can be further reduced from 84 to 78 independent operators.