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Yes, I agree the weight of the machine will not hold in place with only gravity.
However, the coefficient equation implies that it will.
However, the coefficient equation implies that it will.
Danger said:There's a balance to be struck in that situation, though. The larger the contact patch, the less weight each cm2 of rubber experiences and this lowers the frictional force. That's why we switch to skinny tires in winter and is the principle behind snowshoes.
I still think that gravity alone will not hold your doodad in place, though.