How Do You Calculate the Retarding Force in a Pulley System?

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Start date Mar 31, 2008
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To calculate the retarding force in a pulley system, one must analyze the force/acceleration graph created. The retarding force is often associated with friction, but it can also include other opposing forces in the system. It's essential to determine if any specific information regarding friction or retarding forces was provided in the problem statement. Understanding the relationship between these forces is crucial for accurate calculations. Properly identifying and quantifying the retarding force will enhance the overall analysis of the pulley system's dynamics.

Mar 31, 2008

blah:p

how do u calculate the retarding force of a pulley system. I have made the force/acceleration graph required, and now it is telling me to use it to calculate the retarding force as best as I can.

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Apr 1, 2008

kamerling

Is the retarding force the same as friction? was any information given on friction or a
retarding force in you problem?

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