The simplest complexity: The story of the three-body problem
History and Philosophy of Physics
2025-10-22 v1 Earth and Planetary Astrophysics
High Energy Physics - Theory
Classical Physics
Abstract
This article offers a broad-brush account of the Newtonian three-body problem, from its origins with Newton to its vibrant present, emphasizing its enduring influence on theoretical physics. It unfolds through a series of self-contained episodes that illuminate the scientific fields and the paradigm shift that have grown out of this problem.
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@article{arxiv.2510.18848,
title = {The simplest complexity: The story of the three-body problem},
author = {Barak Kol},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2510.18848},
year = {2025}
}
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27 pages, 15 figures