Forces and Equilibrium : Find the force b/w the blocks?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the force acting between two blocks on an inclined plane, with a specific force F of 15 N required to move them at constant velocity. The solution involves analyzing the free-body diagram of the 1 kg block, where the weight is 10 N and the normal force (N) exerted by the other block is determined to be 5 N using trigonometric principles. The calculations confirm the correct application of physics concepts related to forces and equilibrium.

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1. Two blocks are moved with constant velocity up the inclined plane with the help of force F as shown in the figure. Find the value of F and the force acting b/w the blocks.

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I got the solution of the Force( F ) which is 15 N by considering the two blocks as a single system, making its F.B.D. and finding its components...The answer for F is correct. But i was unable to find the force acting b/w the blocks...Thanks. Waiting for an answer...
 
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Make a free-body diagram for the 1 kg block. You know the component of gravity along the slope, and an other force (call it N) is exerted on it by the other block.

ehild
 
ehild said:
Make a free-body diagram for the 1 kg block. You know the component of gravity along the slope, and an other force (call it N) is exerted on it by the other block.

ehild

thnx ehild
Wt. of 1 kg block= 10N
10sin30 = N
Therefore, N= 5 N...

Thank u so much...
 

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