The discussion centers on applying Newton's laws of motion to a scenario involving three boxes connected by strings, with a constant speed of 2.0 m/s. Participants clarify that at constant speed, the acceleration (a) is indeed zero, which implies that the net force acting on the system is also zero. To determine the forces involved, it is essential to analyze the frictional forces acting on each box through free body diagrams (FBD). This approach allows for the calculation of forces despite the absence of acceleration.
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HTT said:Homework Statement
three boxes connected by strings.
given the mass of each box, coefficient of static and kinetic friction, and a constant speed of 2.0 m/s
I want to know how to get force by a given speed...!
Also, at a constant speed, how do I get to know the acceleration? does a = 0? if a = 0, how can I find Forces?Homework Equations
F = ma
The Attempt at a Solution