Finding F on a box on an inclined plane

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The discussion focuses on calculating the force F required to prevent a block weighing 87.5 N from slipping down an inclined plane at 25.0 degrees. The coefficients of static and kinetic friction are 0.335 and 0.156, respectively. The participants emphasize the importance of using a free body diagram (FBD) to analyze the forces acting on the block. Key equations include fs ≤ μs|N| for static friction and fk = μk|N| for kinetic friction, which are essential for solving the problem.

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  • Understanding of free body diagrams (FBD)
  • Knowledge of static and kinetic friction coefficients
  • Familiarity with inclined plane physics
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Homework Statement



A block weighing 87.5 N rests on a plane inclined at 25.0o to the horizontal. A force is applied to the object at 50.0o to the horizontal, pushing it upward on the plane. The coefficients of static and kinetic friction between the block and the plane are, respectively, 0.335 and 0.156.
(a) What is the minimum value of F that will prevent the block from slipping down the plane?
(b) What is the minimum value of F that will start the block moving up the plane?
(c) Once moving, what value of F will move the block up the plane with constant velocity?


Homework Equations


fs<= μs|N|
fk= μk|N|

The Attempt at a Solution


I attempted the problem by drawing out a free body diagram of what is occurring, but I was unable to continue after that because everything got all confusing! Help D;!
 
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hi mistabry! :wink:

mistabry said:
I attempted the problem by drawing out a free body diagram of what is occurring, but I was unable to continue after that because everything got all confusing! Help D;!

the fbd has only four forces …

what are your x and y equations? :smile:
 
You have to do it using FBD. Though confusing, you have to post it. We will take after that.
 

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