This subject matter pertains to the study of projectile motion as it relates to cartridges fired from Glock pistols chambered in the 10mm Auto cartridge. This encompasses factors such as muzzle velocity, energy, trajectory, and terminal performance (expansion and penetration). A typical example would involve analyzing the velocity and energy of a 180-grain jacketed hollow point bullet fired from a Glock 20.
Understanding projectile behavior in this specific context is crucial for several reasons. It allows for informed decisions regarding ammunition selection for self-defense, hunting, or target shooting. Data derived from these studies helps shooters understand the potential effectiveness of different bullet types at varying ranges. Historically, the 10mm Auto cartridge filled a perceived gap between the .45 ACP and the .357 Magnum, offering a powerful semiautomatic pistol option. Analyzing its performance characteristics is essential to evaluating its suitability for various applications.