Friction
:This article is about the resistive force. For the Japanese rock band FRICTION, see Friction (band).
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In physics, friction is the non-conservative resistive force that occurs when two surfaces travel along each other when forced together. It causes physical deformation and heat buildup.
Related Topics:
Physics - Conservative - Resistive force - Surface - Heat
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The frictional force is a function of the force pressing the surfaces together and the coefficient of friction between the materials. In particular:
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: F_f = F_pmu_f ,
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where
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:Ff is the force of friction
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:Fp is the force perpendicular to the contact surface (usually called the normal force)
Related Topics:
Perpendicular - Normal force
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:μf is the coefficient of friction.
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~ Table of Content ~
| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Coefficient of Friction |
| ► | Types of Friction |
| ► | Reducing Friction |
| ► | Anti-Friction Technology |
| ► | References |
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