may be used along with conservation of momentum equation. to obtain expressions for the individual velocities after the collision. These relationships may be used for any head-on collision by transforming to the frame of the target particle before using them, and then transforming back after the calculation.
Wiktionary(2.00 / 3 votes)Rate this definition: 1  location(Noun) A particular point or place in physical space. 2  location(Noun) An act of locating.
location. 1  a place of settlement, activity, or residence: This town is a good location for a young doctor. 2  a place or situation occupied: a house in a fine location. 3  a tract of land of designated situation or limits: a mining location. 4  Movies. a place outside of the studio that is used for filming a movie, scene, etc.