Introduction to Electrodynamics · Problem 11.30

Electrodynamics and Relativity — David J. Griffiths

Physics · radiation-reaction

Problem

Assuming you exclude the runaway solution in Prob. 11.19, calculate (a) the work done by the external force, (b) the final kinetic energy (assume the initial kinetic energy was zero), (c) the total energy radiated. Check that energy is conserved in this process.

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