Demonstrating How Helmets Affect Impulse and Impact Force

The video explores how helmets affect impulse and impact force during collisions. Initially, a medicine ball without a helmet is dropped, and its impact force and impulse are measured. The impulse equation is explained, highlighting the relationship between force, momentum, and time. Adding a helmet increases the collision time, reducing the impact force but slightly increasing the impulse due to a higher rebound velocity. The experiment demonstrates that helmets can reduce the force experienced during impacts, emphasizing their protective role.

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