Calculating Shockwave Energy and Velocity for Mass Collapse

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This discussion focuses on calculating the energy and velocity of a shockwave required to collapse a mass of 5 kg. Participants emphasize the importance of material properties, noting that compressibility varies significantly between substances like sponge and rock. Additionally, the definition of "collapse" is crucial, with considerations for the extent of volume contraction, such as 5% versus complete compression to the size of a proton.

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Is it possible to calculate the energy or velocity of a shock-wave needed to collapse a mass of, let's say 5kg.
 
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Not from the description of the problem as you've given it. It will take a lot less energy to compress a sponge than a rock. Also, you need to define what you mean by collapse. 5% contraction of volume? Compressed to the size of a proton? Etc.
 

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