How can you design a science fair project on bullet velocity and impact physics?

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Designing a science fair project around bullet physics can focus on muzzle velocity and the impact power of different calibers. One suggestion includes experimenting with crater depth to explore the relationship between kinetic energy and impact. Using materials that withstand impact without breaking is crucial for accurate results. Resources like the "kinetic pulse" concept can provide a theoretical framework for the project. Overall, careful planning and material selection will be key to successfully measuring and analyzing the results.
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anyone have any ideas how I could design a science fair project around bullet physics? I was leaning toward muzzle velocity and bullet speed. also the power the different calibre's of bullets have on impact but I am not sure how to design the experiment or measure results any help would be appreciated!
 
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'I\'m not sure if this concept is still around, but when I was in high school I ran into the idea of \"kinetic pulse\" on a web page somewhere. I experimented with crater depth and tried to determine a relation between \"kinetic pulse\" and crater depth. Can\'t remember the formula off the top of my head, but here\'s the website:\r\n\r\nhttp://www.xmission.com/~fractil/math/kp.html\r\n\r\nI also didn\'t use bullets, but with the right material (something that\'s not going to break upon impact), you could get something together.'
 

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