Elastic collision 2D
Learning objectives
- To show how useful it is to consider the reference frame of the center of mass in studying an elastic collision.
- To perform a ticker tape analysis.
The conservation of momentum as well as the conservation of kinetic energy define the elastic collision. You can change the masses and speeds of the colliding objects by clicking on them. Note that the trajectory of the center of mass is not disturbed by the collision.
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