Head-on Inelastic Collision Final Velocity Calculator

Calculate the final velocity after a head-on inelastic collision using:
\[ v_{f} = \frac{m_1v_1 + m_2v_2}{m_1+m_2} \]

* Enter masses in kilograms (kg) and velocities in meters per second (m/s). Use sign conventions to indicate direction.

Step 1: Enter Parameters

Mass \( m_1 \) (kg):

Example: 2 kg

Velocity \( v_1 \) (m/s):

Example: 4 m/s (positive for one direction)

Mass \( m_2 \) (kg):

Example: 3 kg

Velocity \( v_2 \) (m/s):

Example: -2 m/s (negative indicates opposite direction to \( v_1 \))

Calculated Final Velocity