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In this note we present some general considerations on the use of the evolution «operator» in classical mechanics. We also introduce a matrix formalism which allows a straightforward inclusion of the nonlinear terms.
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Dattoli, G., Mari, C. & Torre, A. A short note on the use of the evolution operator in classical mechanics. Nuov Cim B 106, 201–204 (1991). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02827335
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