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Elastic Collision Calculator

Calculate final velocities in a 1D elastic collision.

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How it works

Fill in the 4 fields above and Elastic Collision Calculator calculates the result instantly, recalculating as you change any value. The math runs locally in your browser — nothing is sent to a server.

Examples

  • Mass 1 2 kg, Velocity 1 5 m/s, Mass 2 3 kg → Final v₁: -3.4 m/s

Frequently asked questions

How do I use the Elastic Collision Calculator?

Enter your values in the 4 input fields and the result is calculated automatically as you type. Change any value to see the numbers update instantly.

Is my data private?

Yes. The Elastic Collision Calculator runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you enter is uploaded, saved to a server, or shared — it never leaves your device.

Is the Elastic Collision Calculator free?

Yes, it is completely free with no sign-up, no limits and no watermarks. Like every tool on science and the rest of the platform, you can use it as often as you like.

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