The discussion centers on calculating kinetic energy from force measurements during impact. It establishes that while force can be measured in Newtons using a force gauge, converting this measurement into kinetic energy in joules requires knowledge of the distance over which the force was applied. The key takeaway is that without the distance, it is impossible to derive kinetic energy solely from force measurements.
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No.korneld said:Is there a way to calulate the kinetic energy of an objent upon impact based on the measurement of force alone?
Yes, provided you can tell us over what distance that force was applied.Say, I drop my object on a force gauge. It comes back with a number in Newtons. Is there a way to turn that number into joules?