Mechanics of Impacts - Biomechanics

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Momentum =
mv
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Total momentum...
Remains constant
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Is momentum a scalar or vector quantity?
Vector
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Sum of momentums after an impact is...
Equal to sum of momentums before impact
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What value determines ratio of an objects velocity before and after an impact?
Coefficient of restitution
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The greater the restitution the...
Less energy is lost on impact
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What is not a feature of a dough ball on impact?
Energy is returned
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The rebound of the ball is not dependent on...
Pressure
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Coefficient of restitution is given as a number between...
0-1
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What equation calculates COR?
-e = Vr/Vi
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How can -e be calculated from 2 moving objects?
-e = V1r - V2r / V1i - V2i
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What is not a factor that could affect COR?
Mass
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What is the impact point that imparts maximum speed to the ball and minimises the impulsive forces transmitted to the hand?
Sweet spot
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What is the point of contact where the linear and angular motions at the handle cancel?
Centre of percussion
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What is dependant on the centre of power, centre of percussion and primary nodal point?
Sweet spot
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