Lagrange Multipliers - Force of Constraint for a Yo-Yo

Explore the concept of Lagrange Multipliers through a practical example of a yo-yo in this 16-minute physics video. Dive into the problem of determining the tension in a string wrapped around a disk released from rest. Learn how to apply Lagrange Multipliers to solve for the force of constraint in this classical mechanics scenario. Part of the Second Semester Classical Mechanics playlist, this video offers an in-depth look at an advanced physics topic, providing valuable insights for students and enthusiasts of theoretical physics.

Lagrange Multipliers: Force of Constraint for a Yo-Yo