Impulse–momentum, coefficient of restitution and angular momentum

What this note covers

1. Momentum as a measure of motion an athlete must manage
2. Impulse links force, time and the change in momentum
3. Worked example: applying impulse to a landing without a calculator
4. The coefficient of restitution describes what happens on impact
5. Moment of inertia and angular velocity control rotation
6. Conservation of angular momentum in the air
7. Bringing linear and angular motion together in one scenario
8. How linear and angular motion are examined

8 sections · 10 key terms & formulas · 6 common mistakes