A system of blocks is pulled by a force P. The string connecting blocks A and B passes over a pulley whose coefficient of friction between string and pulley is 0.25. The coefficient of friction between surface and blocks is 0.20. Block A weighs 200N and block B weighs 30ON. Determine, a. the minimum value of P for impending motion to the right. b. the tension connecting block B. B= 30° В A 30°

A system of blocks is pulled by a force P. The string connecting blocks A and B passes over a pulley whose coefficient of friction between string and pulley is 0.25. The coefficient of friction between surface and blocks is 0.20. Block A weighs 200N and block B weighs 30ON. Determine, a. the minimum value of P for impending motion to the right. b. the tension connecting block B. B= 30° В A 30°

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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