Vector Dynamics on an Inclined Plane

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The discussion centers on analyzing the forces acting on two blocks in a system involving an inclined plane and a hanging block. The left block moves up the incline at a constant rate, indicating zero net force and no acceleration. The applied force on the left block is equal to the weight of the right block, while the opposing forces include friction and the weight component of the left block acting down the incline. The right block experiences a balance between gravitational force and tension, which leads to its descent despite the tension being generated by the left block. Overall, understanding the force diagrams for each block clarifies the dynamics at play in this system.
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recently had this question on a test, we're told the left block moves up the incline at a constant rate. here's what i did

Fnet = Fappl - Fopp
Fnet = 0 because no acceleration

Fopp = Fappl

the applied force would only be the weight of the right one, and the opposing force would only be friction on the incline?
does the force weight of A (Fw for a times sin theta) also oppose the motion?
 
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The net force on WHAT is zero? Do a force diagram for each block. The one on the right has a force of gravity pulling down and a force of tension pulling up, however it is sitll descending, which tells you something.
 
whozum said:
The net force on WHAT is zero? Do a force diagram for each block. The one on the right has a force of gravity pulling down and a force of tension pulling up, however it is sitll descending, which tells you something.

that is taking the system, since there is no accel the fnet if the system is zero, and the applied force is the weight of the hanging one. i was wondering what the opposing forces would be.
 
The right block (descending) has an et force of zero, which means the force of gravity pulling down equals the force of tension, pulling up. What's causing the force of tension? The other block, so what's the force on the other block...
 
just got it, thanks!
 
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