Momentum, Impulse, and Collisions

Define linear momentum and impulse, and apply the impulse-momentum theorem to analyze impacts.

Explain the principle of conservation of linear momentum as a consequence of Newton's Third Law.

Distinguish between elastic and inelastic collisions based on the conservation of kinetic energy.

Apply conservation of momentum to solve one-dimensional inelastic collision problems.

Apply both conservation of momentum and kinetic energy to solve one-dimensional elastic collision problems.

Analyze how momentum and impulse are applied in systems like vehicle airbags or robotic grippers.