Banked Curve perfectly banked

In summary, for a perfectly banked curve with a radius of 88m, a car traveling at 75km/h requires a coefficient of static friction of 0.22 to not skid. The term "perfectly banked" suggests that there is no friction involved.
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Banked Curve "perfectly banked"

Homework Statement



if a curve with a radius of 88. is perfectly banked for a car traveling 75km/h, what must be the coefficient of static friction for a car not to skid when traveling 95km/h?

Homework Equations


ƩF=ma and a=v^2/r and Ff=μFn

The Attempt at a Solution


below is my attempt but i also want to know what they mean when they say "perfectly banked" is that a specific angle or a specific coefficient of friction? because i can't seem to get anywhere.

a=752/88 Fnx=Fnsinθ, Fny=Fncosθ, Ffx=Ffcosθ, Ffy=Ffsinθ.
in the x-direction:
ƩF=ma
Fnx+Ffx=ma
Fnsinθ+μFncosθ=m(752/88)
(88Fn(sinθ+μcosθ))/752)=m

in the y-direction
ƩF=ma
Fny-Ffy-Fg=ma (no acc in y-dir)
Fncosθ-μFnsinθ=mg
(Fn(cosθ-μsinθ))/g=m

set the 2 equations equal to each other:
(88Fn(sinθ+μcosθ))/(752)=(Fn(cosθ-μsinθ))/(9.8) (Fn divides out)
(88)(9.8)sinθ+(88)(9.8)μcos=752(cosθ)-752(μsinθ)
common factor, take sin and cos out of brackets on both sides, divide:
tanθ=(752-(88)(9.8)μ)/(752μ+(88)(9.8)

and that's as far as i got help me please!
 
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oh and the answer is 0.22
 
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Radius of 88 what? Meters?

I think by perfectly banked they mean no friction.

Remember to convert units as well.

Start by finding what angle its banked at.
 
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yes it is 88m
 
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and thank you
 

1. What is a perfectly banked curve?

A perfectly banked curve is a curved road or track that is designed with a slope or angle that allows vehicles to safely travel around it at a certain speed without the need for additional steering or braking.

2. How does the banking of a curve affect the motion of a vehicle?

The banking of a curve affects the motion of a vehicle by providing a centripetal force that helps the vehicle to turn without sliding off the road or track. This force is created by the combination of the vehicle's inertia and the normal force of the road or track.

3. What factors determine the ideal bank angle for a curve?

The ideal bank angle for a curve is determined by the radius of the curve, the speed at which vehicles are expected to travel, and the coefficient of friction between the tires and the road or track surface.

4. What happens if a vehicle travels at a speed that is too high for a perfectly banked curve?

If a vehicle travels at a speed that is too high for a perfectly banked curve, it will experience a lateral force that pushes it towards the outside of the curve. This can cause the vehicle to lose control and potentially slide off the road or track.

5. How does the banking of a curve affect the comfort of passengers?

The banking of a curve can affect the comfort of passengers by reducing the amount of lateral movement and forces experienced during the turn. This can help to minimize discomfort and motion sickness for passengers.

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