A uniform ladder of length L and weight w is leaning against a vertical wall. The coefficient of static friction between the ladder and the floor is the same as that between the ladder and the wall. If the coefficient of static friction is 0.360, determine the smallest angle the ladder can make with the floor without slipping.

A uniform ladder of length L and weight w is leaning against a vertical wall. The coefficient of static friction between the ladder and the floor is the same as that between the ladder and the wall. If the coefficient of static friction is 0.360, determine the smallest angle the ladder can make with the floor without slipping.

International Edition---engineering Mechanics: Statics, 4th Edition

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Author:Andrew Pytel And Jaan Kiusalaas

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Chapter7: Dry Friction

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Problem 7.63P: The leather rein used to fasten the horse to the hitching rail weighs 3.5 oz per foot. The...

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