Elastic & inelastic collisions
Momentum conserved for both; elastic also conserves KE; perfectly inelastic shares velocity and loses most KE.
Momentum & collisions (senior)Impulse, collisions, and recoil.
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Elastic & inelastic collisions
Elastic vs inelastic collisions. This “Elastic & inelastic collisions” page is an MVP interactive sketch — formulas, controls, and live readouts in the browser; a fuller bench may follow.
Elastic vs inelastic collisions.
How to use
- Adjust parameters in the left panel.
- Use play / pause and speed controls.
- Match right-side readouts to the formulas.
- Reset to return to the initial state.
Applications
- Elastic & inelastic collisions: Elastic vs inelastic collisions.
- Classroom focus: elastic also conserves KE.
FAQ
What does MVP mean on this page?
An interactive sketch with formulas and parameters. Polished Ready labs are the full bench experience.
What does the “Elastic & inelastic collisions” lab practice?
Tune parameters and match readouts to the “Elastic & inelastic collisions” relations — useful for prep and demos.
Is force always along velocity?
No. Net force aligns with acceleration; velocity can point elsewhere.
How do graphs show uniform vs accelerated motion?
Uniform: constant x–t slope. Constant a: straight v–t with slope a.