Calculate the forces of a mover pushing a crate

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In summary, the conversation involves a person seeking help with a physics problem involving finding the normal force and applied force of a crate being pushed at a constant speed with a given displacement and coefficient of kinetic friction. The discussion also touches on the concepts of net force, acceleration, and energy. The final part of the conversation is someone requesting help with a different physics problem and being directed to create their own thread.
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Homework Statement


A mover pushes a 85kg crate along the floor at a constant speed through a displacement of 3,1m[E]. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the floor and crate is 0.22.
A) Calculate Fn and Fapp.



The Attempt at a Solution


Fg=mg
=85kg*9.8N/kg
Fg=833N
So Fn=Fg
but how can i find Fapp
 
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You may want to review friction;

Fn=weight since it is vertical. But frictional force is a fraction of this. Hint:There is a constant that you are not using.
 
  • #3
make a body diagram and it will be more clear. Net force of the forces in the direction of the displacement equal the product of mass and acceleration. Solve for Fapp..
 
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Net force= forces applied on the axis of the displacement
 
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chouZ said:
Net force= forces applied on the axis of the displacement

i don't know net force
 
  • #6
raman911 said:
i don't know net force

Sure you do.
You know the crate moves with constant velocity.

What does that mean, in terms of net force acting upon the crate?
 
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arildno said:
Sure you do.
You know the crate moves with constant velocity.

What does that mean, in terms of net force acting upon the crate?
i don't understand that
 
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If an object moves with constant velocity, what is its acceleration?
And how is acceleration tied together with forces?
 
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arildno said:
If an object moves with constant velocity, what is its acceleration?
And how is acceleration tied together with forces?

but i need time to find acceleration
 
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raman911 said:
but i need time to find acceleration

Eeeh, why?
 
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i need help with AP Physics free response questions
:frown:
 
  • #12
its the 2002 ap physics c queston
 
  • #13
harmonicmotion said:
i need help with AP Physics free response questions
:frown:

Then make your own thread! :smile:
 
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could someone reply if they are willing to help
 
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[tex]Given[/tex]

[tex]m=0.2kg[/tex]
[tex]\Delta {h}_{2}=0m[/tex]
[tex]{v}_{2}=3.96m/s[/tex]

[tex]Required[/tex]

[tex]{E}_{g} and {E}_{k}[/tex]

[tex]Solution[/tex]

[tex]{E}_{g}={m}g\Delta h[/tex]
[tex]={0.2kg}*9.8N/kg*0m[/tex]
[tex]{E}_{g}=0J[/tex][tex]{E}_{k}=(1/2)m{v}_{2}^2[/tex]
[tex] =(1/2)0.2Kg(3.96m/s)^2[/tex]
[tex]{E}_{k}=1.56J[/tex]
 
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1. What is the formula for calculating the forces of a mover pushing a crate?

The formula for calculating the forces of a mover pushing a crate is Force = Mass x Acceleration. This means that the force is directly proportional to the mass of the crate and the acceleration with which it is being pushed.

2. How do you determine the mass of the crate?

The mass of the crate can be determined by weighing it using a scale. The mass is usually measured in kilograms (kg).

3. How do you measure the acceleration of the crate?

The acceleration of the crate can be measured by using a timer and calculating the change in velocity over a certain period of time. This can also be done by using a motion sensor or accelerometer.

4. What is the unit of force used in this calculation?

The unit of force used in this calculation is Newtons (N). This is a unit of measurement for force, named after Sir Isaac Newton.

5. Can you calculate the forces of a mover pushing a crate without knowing the mass or acceleration?

No, it is not possible to calculate the forces of a mover pushing a crate without knowing the mass or acceleration. These two factors are essential in the formula for calculating force and are needed to accurately determine the magnitude of force being applied.

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