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Parameters calculated by the Ballistometer®
| Parameter (unit) | |
|---|---|
| Alpha (AU) | Rate of exponential decay |
| CoR 1, 2, 3 (AU) | Coefficient of restitution for the first, second, and third bounces |
| Mean CoR (AU) | Average of CoR 1, CoR 2, and CoR 3 |
| Area (mm2) | Area under the curve |
| K (mm) | Start height |
| Indentation (mm) | Indentation depth |
Abbreviations: AU, arbitrary unit; CoR, coefficient of restitution.
