This study investigates the dynamics of a non-minimally coupled (NMC) scalar
field in modified gravity, employing the Noether gauge symmetry (NGS) approach
to systematically derive exact cosmological solutions. By formulating a
point-like Lagrangian and analyzing the corresponding Euler-Lagrange equations,
conserved quantities were identified, reducing the complexity of the dynamical
system. Through the application of Noether symmetry principles, the scalar
field potential was found to follow a power-law form, explicitly dependent on
the coupling parameter
ξ, influencing the evolution of the universe. The
study further explores inflationary dynamics, showing that for specific values
of
ξ, the potential resembles the Higgs-like structure, contributing to a
deeper understanding of early cosmic expansion. To enhance the theoretical
framework, the Eisenhart lift method was introduced, providing a geometric
interpretation of the system by embedding the dynamical variables within an
extended field space. This approach established a connection between the
kinetic terms and Killing vectors, offering an alternative perspective on the
conserved quantities. The study also derived geodesic equations governing the
evolution of the system, reinforcing the link between symmetry-based techniques
and fundamental cosmological properties.