Non-holonomic coordinates are a type of generalized coordinate system that incorporates constraints which are not integrable, meaning they cannot be expressed purely in terms of the coordinates themselves. These constraints often arise from the relationship between different velocities and positions in a system, such as those seen in rolling motion or frictional forces. In contrast to holonomic constraints, non-holonomic constraints typically limit the paths available to a system rather than fixing the positions.
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