What is the formula for friction on an inclined plane?

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The formula for the force of friction on an inclined plane is based on the normal force and the coefficient of friction (μ). When an object is sliding, the force of friction equals μ times the normal force. If the object is not sliding, friction can counteract other forces up to a maximum of μ times the normal force. The frictional force always opposes the motion of the object. Understanding these principles is essential for analyzing motion on inclined planes.
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I want to ask what is the formula for the force of friction of an inclined plane?
 
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nguyen713 said:
I want to ask what is the formula for the force of friction of an inclined plane?

The force of friction is proportional to the normal force exerted on the plane and opposes the motion of the object.
 
Force of friction, if the object is sliding, is
mu times the Surface Normal Force (surface compression, perp. to velocity)

If the object is NOT sliding, Friction is strong enough to cancel out
the other Forces along the surface, up to a maximum of mu times F_N .
 
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