In this experiment we are studying collisions between 2 carts which use soda cans as bumpers. The collisions are video taped for off-line analysis. Using the video clips, we are able to determine the velocity of the carts before and after the collisions, and thus the change in kinetic energy as a result of the collision. The change in kinetic energy is related to the deformation of the soda cans. The goal of this experiment is to investigate this correlation.
Our experiment attracted the attention of the local media, and all four news channels reported on our experiment in their local news shows. Video clips of these news shows are available by clicking on the links below.
Results of Collision 1 - 14
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Collision 2 |
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Collision 3 |
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Collision 4 |
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Collision 5 |
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Collision 6 |
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Collision 7 |
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Collision 8 |
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Collision 9 |
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Collision 10 |
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Collision 11 |
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Collision 12 |
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Collision 13 |
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Last updated on Wednesday, January 17, 2001 6:52
