Calculating Friction Forces in a System of Blocks Connected by Cords

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The problem involves calculating friction forces in a system of blocks connected by cords over frictionless pulleys. The coefficients of friction at two points are provided, and the original poster seeks to determine the magnitude and direction of the friction forces acting on each block.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

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  • The original poster attempts to apply equations of motion and friction to solve for forces and acceleration, while some participants question whether the blocks are meant to remain static or if they are in motion.

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Participants are exploring different interpretations of the problem, particularly regarding the state of motion of the blocks. Some guidance has been offered regarding the implications of assuming static versus kinetic conditions, but no consensus has been reached on the correct approach.

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There is a noted confusion regarding the application of equations and the conditions of the blocks, with participants expressing uncertainty about the correctness of their calculations and assumptions.

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Homework Statement



Homework Statement
the blocks shown in the figure are connected by flexible, inextensible cords passing over frictionless pulleys. at A, the coefficient fiction is 0.30 while at B, it is 0.40. compute the magnitude and direction of the friction forces and each block.

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Homework Equations


for block A=
T-mgsin53.13-Fmax=0
Fmax=0.3(300cos53.13)

for block B=
T-mgsin36.87-Fmax=0
Fmax=0.40(200cos36.87)

m(1)g-T=m(2)

The Attempt at a Solution



for A:
Fmax=(o.30)(300cos53.13)
Fmax=54

T= 300(9.81)sin53.13
T=2354.4

for B :
Fmax=0.4(200cos36.87)
Fmax=54
T=200(9.81)sin36.87
T=1177.20

m1g-T=m2a
a=(2943-T)/200
a=244.3

AM i RiGHT ? please help thnx .. I am too confuse
 
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Hello!
Are the blocks to remain static? Does this question keep them stationary?
Daniel
 
Then this
m1g-T=m2a
is impossible, since a = 0.
So try again, on that point alone.
 
sorry it is kenetic..
 
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for A:

Fmax=μk(m1)gcos53.13
54=μk(m1)gcos53.13
μk=0.03

T-300(9.81)sin53.13-μk(300)9.81cos53.13=(300)a eq(1)
200g-T=200a eq(2)

subtitute (1) and (2) to find a

a=-3.79

for block B:

Fmax=μk(m2)gcos36.87
64=μk(m2)gcos36.87
μk=0.04
T-200(9.81)sin36.87-μk(200)9.81cos36.87=(200)a eq(1)
300g-T=300a eq(2)

subtitute (1) and (2)

to find a

a=0.2AM i DOiNG RiGHT ?? please comment .. I am lack of knowledge ..
 
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