Savchenko Problem 2.5.14

Physics · mechanics · thermodynamics

Problem

A locomotive with a constant traction force F started moving towards a standing car and collided with it after a time ∆t. Find the time between subsequent collisions of the locomotive with this car. The impact is elastic. Ignore the friction in the wheel axles. The masses of a car and a locomotive are not the same.

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