Impulse and Collisions

Impulse and MomentumSign up

understand the definition of momentum p = mv and impulse J = F t = Δp, and apply the principle of conservation of linear momentum to direct collisions between particles

Direct Collisions and the Coefficient of RestitutionSign up

understand and use Newton's experimental law of restitution: e = (separation speed) / (approach speed) for two particles in direct collision, where 0 ≤ e ≤ 1 · be able to apply impulse-momentum and the coefficient of restitution to solve direct-collision problems, including collisions with a fixed wall