Can One Equation Account for Two Coefficients of Restitution?

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The discussion centers on the challenge of formulating a single equation that accounts for two coefficients of restitution (COR) in collisions. A user references an equation from Wikipedia but seeks clarification on whether such an equation exists. Another participant asserts that, in the context of two colliding objects, only one COR can be defined, emphasizing the fundamental principles of collision mechanics.

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