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Kinetic energy after collision refers to the energy possessed by an object due to its motion following a collision event. It's calculated using the standard kinetic energy formula with the object's post-collision velocity.
The calculator uses the kinetic energy formula:
Where:
Explanation: The formula calculates the energy an object possesses due to its motion following a collision, which is directly proportional to its mass and the square of its velocity.
Details: Calculating kinetic energy after collision is crucial for understanding energy conservation in collision events, analyzing impact forces, and designing safety systems in automotive and aerospace industries.
Tips: Enter the object's mass in kilograms and its velocity after collision in meters per second. All values must be valid (mass > 0).
Q1: How is this different from kinetic energy before collision?
A: The formula is the same, but uses the velocity measurement after the collision event rather than before it.
Q2: Does this calculation account for energy loss during collision?
A: No, this formula only calculates the resulting kinetic energy. The difference between before and after collision values represents energy converted to other forms (heat, sound, deformation).
Q3: Can this be used for both elastic and inelastic collisions?
A: Yes, the formula works for both types of collisions, though energy conservation differs between elastic (kinetic energy conserved) and inelastic (kinetic energy not conserved) collisions.
Q4: What units should I use for accurate results?
A: Use kilograms for mass and meters per second for velocity to get results in Joules (the SI unit for energy).
Q5: How does mass affect kinetic energy after collision?
A: Kinetic energy is directly proportional to mass - doubling the mass doubles the kinetic energy, assuming velocity remains constant.