Uniform Circular Motion and Projectile All-in-One

In summary, the conversation discusses the problem of finding the coefficient of friction between a rubberized laptop case and concrete, as well as the distance the laptop travels when released at an angle without wind resistance. There is a suggestion to gather relevant equations and make an attempt at a solution in order to receive help on PF.
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Homework Statement

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Joey spins a laptop then he releases it, at an angle. Assuming no wind resistance, the laptop (has a rubberized case) hits the concrete and drags across the concrete for 5.3 seconds. What is the coefficient of friction between the rubber and concrete and what distance does it travel?

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Is there sufficient amount of information in this question to be able to solve it? If not, any suggestions on what to add to be able to solve it?

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Hello Suzana, welcome to PF :smile: !

I can follow the problem statement, but I don't see any relevant equations. If you have unknowns, you need equations. You need as many equations as you have unknowns, so you better start gathering some.
Then you start with an attempt at solution and then you can expect some help on PF. That's the way it works here, can't help it :rolleyes: . But there's good reasons for rules like that.
 

Related to Uniform Circular Motion and Projectile All-in-One

1. What is uniform circular motion?

Uniform circular motion is the motion of an object traveling in a circular path at a constant speed. This means that the object covers the same distance in the same amount of time, and its velocity is always tangent to the circular path.

2. What is the difference between uniform circular motion and projectile motion?

Uniform circular motion involves an object moving in a circular path at a constant speed, while projectile motion involves an object being launched at an angle and following a curved path due to the force of gravity.

3. How is centripetal force related to uniform circular motion?

Centripetal force is the force that keeps an object moving in a circular path. It is always directed towards the center of the circle and is necessary for an object to maintain its circular motion.

4. Can an object in uniform circular motion have a changing speed?

No, in uniform circular motion, the speed of the object remains constant. However, the direction of the velocity is constantly changing, resulting in a changing acceleration.

5. How is projectile motion affected by air resistance?

Air resistance can affect the trajectory of a projectile by slowing it down and causing it to follow a curved path. This can be seen in sports such as baseball, where a curveball is thrown by applying spin to the ball, causing it to experience a force from air resistance in addition to gravity.

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