What Is the Coefficient of Friction for Wood?

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The coefficient of friction for wood, particularly smooth plywood, is a key factor in various applications, including science projects. Users in the forum discussed resources for finding this coefficient, with a notable reference to a table on Engineers Edge that lists coefficients for various materials. A Google search for "coefficient of friction for wood" yields numerous relevant results, providing ample information for those conducting experiments or projects related to this topic.

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1. The coefficient for friction on wood.



i don't know where to find the math because I am not taking engineering or whatever subject it is if i got the wrong area. I am taking biology and i can't find the equation. its a smooth piece of plywood.



this isn't homework but for my science fair project. i need help
 
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Here's a table of http://www.engineersedge.com/coeffients_of_friction.htm" for some materials, including wood.
 
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NOBARTHOLEM said:
1. The coefficient for friction on wood.



i don't know where to find the math because I am not taking engineering or whatever subject it is if i got the wrong area. I am taking biology and i can't find the equation. its a smooth piece of plywood.



this isn't homework but for my science fair project. i need help

I googled coefficient of friction for wood, and got lots of good hits. Here's the hit list:

http://www.google.com/search?source...en___US232&q=coefficient+of+friction+for+wood

THe first hit on the list looks like it will give you what you need. Have fun on the project, and welcome to the PF.

I'm changing the title of this thread from "bibliography" to "Wood's Coefficient of Friction" -- probably just a simple mistake as you were starting the thread.


EDIT -- Ack! Edged out by dlgoff again!
 
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NOBARTHOLEM said:
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That's one of the perks for being a contributing member. Go to the Upgrade link at the top of this page to contribute.

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