Calculating Forces and Friction in a Two-Block System with a Spring

In summary, we have a 30 kg block resting on a flat horizontal table, with a 15 kg block on top of it. The top block is attached to a horizontal spring with a spring constant of 325N/m. The coefficient of kinetic friction between the lower block and the table is 0.600, and the coefficient of static friction between the two blocks is 0.900. A force F is applied to the lower block in order to maintain a constant speed. The equations relevant to this scenario are F=kx, Fk=usmg, and Fs=usmg.
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Homework Statement



a 30 kg is restin on a flat horizontal table. on top of this block rests a 15 kg block, to which a horizontal spring is attached, as shown in the drawing. the spring constant is 325N/m. the coefficient of kinetic friction between the lower block and the table is 0.600, and the coefficient of static friction between the two block is 0.900. a force F is applied to the lower block. this force is increasing in such a way as to keep the the blocks moving in a constant speed

Homework Equations


F=kx
Fk=usmg
Fs=usmg


The Attempt at a Solution


im clueless don't know where to start. please help guys
 
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Welcome to PF!

Hi Leata! Welcome to PF! :wink:

Show us what you've tried, and where you're stuck, and then we'll know how to help! :smile:

(oh, and what is the spring attached to?? :confused:)
 

1. What is a spring?

A spring is an elastic object that can be stretched or compressed when a force is applied to it. It stores potential energy in the form of mechanical energy and is commonly used to exert a restoring force.

2. How does a spring work?

A spring works by following Hooke's Law, which states that the force exerted by a spring is directly proportional to the displacement of the spring from its equilibrium position. This means that the more the spring is stretched or compressed, the greater the force it exerts.

3. What is force?

Force is a physical quantity that describes the interaction between two objects. It is a vector quantity, meaning it has both magnitude and direction. Force can cause an object to accelerate, change direction, or deform.

4. How does force affect two blocks connected by a spring?

The force applied to one block connected to a spring will be transmitted to the other block through the spring. This force will cause both blocks to move, with the displacement of the second block being dependent on the stiffness of the spring and the force applied.

5. What factors affect the force exerted by a spring?

The force exerted by a spring is affected by several factors, including the stiffness of the spring, the distance it is stretched or compressed, and the mass of the objects connected to the spring. The force will also vary depending on whether the spring is being stretched or compressed.

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