Radiation reaction on an accelerating point charge

Abstract

A point charge accelerating under the influence of an external force emits electromagnetic radiation that reduces the increase in its mechanical energy. This causes a reduction in the particle's acceleration. We derive the decrease in acceleration due to radiation reaction for a particle accelerating parallel to its velocity, and show that it has a negligible effect.

Misprints corrected in two equations. The correct equations were used, so no change in the paper