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The discussion centers on understanding the "Spiderman problem" through the application of trigonometry and force analysis. Participants emphasize the importance of visualizing the problem by drawing free body diagrams (FBD) and breaking down forces into their vertical and horizontal components. Key points include the relationship between the normal force, the directional force applied by Spiderman, and the gravitational pull on the box. The conversation suggests that calculations may be minimal, focusing instead on conceptual understanding of forces. Overall, the discussion aims to clarify how to approach the problem using fundamental physics principles.
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ignore the "a 65 kg box..." i just stress myself out to a point where i can't think staight. Can someone explain the spiderman problem to me?
 
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try using trig and angles to model each one

write out a force statement and it should help you visualize it better
 
See, i am almost certain there are very little if any calculations. Basically what is happening to the normal force with "spiderman" applying directional force. It all depends on the amount of force applied by spiderman and the gravitational pull on the box itself correct?
 
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See, i am almost certain there are very little if any calculations. Basically what is happening to the normal force with "spiderman" applying directional force. It all depends on the amount of force applied by spiderman and the gravitational pull on the box itself correct?

pretty much think using the vertical components to solve
 
Ok now i need help with the question on the bottom of the pic.
 
assuming that fg is pushing the box down then break fg into sin and cosine components like before and solve using ma=Fg-Ff

draw a FBD it will help

remember normal force is perpendicular and gravity is always 90 degrees relative to the ground
 
Thanks man!
 
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