The discussion revolves around the concept of kinetic energy transfer during collisions, specifically questioning whether there is a maximum threshold for kinetic energy lost in such interactions.
The discussion includes various interpretations of kinetic energy loss in collisions, with some participants providing insights into specific cases, such as when objects stick together or when irregular shapes are involved. There is no explicit consensus, but several productive lines of reasoning are being explored.
Participants are navigating the complexities of kinetic energy and momentum in different collision scenarios, including the implications of rotational energy and the nature of the objects involved.
Momentum must be conserved. Their common mass centre therefore continues at the same velocity. Maximum KE loss occurs when they coalesce.bebop1 said:Is there a threshold of maximum kinetic energy lost when kinetic energy is transferred between two objects through collision?
I just cannot find any information on this, any help would be VERY much appreciated.
Are you saying I did not cover that?Simon Bridge said:There is also the case when a blob of wet clay collides with a fixed wall and sticks...