Solving 2 Blocks on a Slope: Find fmax Needed

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The problem involves two blocks on a slope, with specific masses and friction coefficients provided. The original poster seeks to determine the maximum force needed to keep the blocks together without falling, considering the effects of static and kinetic friction.

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  • Participants discuss the implications of the acceleration variable and its relationship to the forces acting on the blocks. There is also a mention of a potential discrepancy in calculated values, prompting a request for verification of the solution.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring the relationship between the forces and acceleration. Some guidance has been offered regarding the typical angle used in similar problems, but no consensus has been reached on the correctness of the calculations.

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Participants note the absence of friction between one block and the floor, while discussing the specific friction coefficients for the interaction between the two blocks. There is also a reference to a common angle used in related problems, which may influence the calculations.

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hey I need help with this question I have this sketch and the tell me that m1= 2 kg, m2= 5 kg the say that we don't have friction between m2 and the floor the kinetic friction between m1 and m2 is 0.2 and the static friction is 0.5 and we have the f - f pushing m1

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what fmax need to be that m2 and m1 will stay together and don't fall
 

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shashlik said:
and don't fall
So what does that imply regarding your acceleration variable, a?
 
haruspex said:
So what does that imply regarding your acceleration variable, a?
its change
actually, I think I solved it but at the answer, that get 11.2 and I got 11.18
can i uploud and you check if i solved it correctly ?
 
shashlik said:
its change
actually, I think I solved it but at the answer, that get 11.2 and I got 11.18
can i uploud and you check if i solved it correctly ?
Typically an angle of 37 degrees is specified when the author intends a 3-4-5 triangle. Taking cos of it to be exactly .8, and using 10m/s##^2## for g, gives 11.2N exactly.
 

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