How to Calculate Impact Force from a 1m Drop?

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To calculate the impact force of an object dropped from a height of 1 meter, one can use the principle of energy conservation, converting potential energy into kinetic energy. The force experienced upon impact can be estimated using the formula F = m * a, where 'm' is the mass of the object and 'a' is the deceleration experienced during the stop. Without knowing the stopping distance or time, the average force can be approximated by considering the object's mass and the height from which it was dropped. For example, an egg dropped from 1 meter will experience a force upon impact that can be influenced by the cushioning material used. Understanding these calculations can help determine suitable cushioning materials to minimize damage.
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I've been trying to figure this out for a few days now and I hope someone can help me out...If an object is lifted 1m above the rigid ground and then it is dropped.
What would be to force experience (in Newton) by the object if:

- You don't know the exact distant or time for the object to come to a complete stop?
- You don't know the spring constant of the object or the ground.

I know we can calculate in terms of energy (J), but I would like to know in term of Newton.

For example, if I drop an egg 1m above the floor, how much force does it experience?
How can I figure out what kind of cushioning material I can use and how much of it?

It seems easy but I think I'm missing something...

Thank you!
 
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Why wouldn't you know the time and distance it takes to get to the ground? You said it was held 1 meter above the ground.
 
I mean the distance required for the object to stop.

Fixed my question statement.
 

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