The discussion focuses on calculating the minimum coefficient of static friction required to prevent a 60.0 kg person from sliding against the inner wall of a rotating cylinder with a radius of 10.0 m and a period of 2.00 seconds. The relevant equation used is Fnet = (4m∏^2R)/T^2, which relates the net force to the mass, radius, and period of rotation. The key condition established is that the frictional force must be sufficient to counteract the gravitational force acting on the person.
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"What is the condition for not sliding?"victoration1 said:Homework Statement
A 60.0 kg person is stuck against the inner wall of a rotating cylinder.
The radius of the cylinder is 10.0 m and the period is 2.00s. What is the
minimum coefficient of static friction required to stop him from sliding?
Homework Equations
Fnet = (4m∏^2R)/T^2
The Attempt at a Solution
Tried to understand the problem; could not even. What is the condition for not sliding?