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What is the direction of the frictional forces especially when there are 2 forces acting on an object? (see attached Image)

I'm still gathering all the information you need. The vehicle is a very old tracked vehicle, and much like a customized excavator/bulldozer. The parking brake is a transmission brake. Yes I agree! But for some considerations, flat ground is our only solution for our situation.

Thanks for the prompt reply! Yes it is a 60% slope. Unfortunately, our company has some considerations and short ramp would not be feasible as well. Generating a RPM is the way forward (if even possible) but I do need to present the calculations. The parking brake needs to operate when the...

Vehicle Mass : 3 tonnes Manufacturer's instruction is to test vehicle's parking brake effectiveness is to engage parking brake on 30.96 degrees slope. If it holds, it is effective. I do not have 30.96 degrees slope & I want to replicate the same test on flat ground. I was thinking of...