Modification of hyperspherical coordinates in the classical three-particle problem

A new version of the hyperspherical coordinates in the classical three-particle problem is considered, that leads to a modification of the Delves coordinates. A type of the kinetic and potential energy is obtained for the system. The problem is reduced in these coordinates for different cases of the classical motion. From geometrical reasonings a formula is chosen for the reduced mass of the three-body system. The triangle of masses and the relevant basic quantities and relations are introduced. (Auth.)