Object pulled up an incline with friction

In summary, an incline with friction is a common physics scenario used to study the effects of friction on an object's motion. The force of friction acts in the opposite direction of the object's motion, making it more difficult for the object to move up the incline. The angle of the incline and the weight of the object both play a role in determining the amount of force needed to move the object up the incline. The force of friction can be calculated using the equation Ff = μFn, where μ is the coefficient of friction and Fn is the normal force.
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Homework Statement



A 70 kg object is being pulled up a slope of 30 degrees such that the rope is parallel to the slope. the velocity is constant. however, there is a coefficient of friction is 0.3


The Attempt at a Solution



I know without friction its, something like, T=mgsin(30)=70kg(9.8m/s^2sin(30))= 343N
But i just don't no know to use the friction coefficient? Any help would be much appricated...
 
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FAQ: Object pulled up an incline with friction

1. What is an incline with friction?

An incline with friction is a common physics scenario where an object is placed on an inclined plane and is subject to the force of friction as it moves up the incline. This setup allows for the study of how friction affects an object's motion and the relationship between the angle of the incline, the object's weight, and the force of friction.

2. How does the force of friction affect an object on an incline?

The force of friction acts in the opposite direction of the object's motion, slowing it down and making it more difficult to move up the incline. The amount of friction depends on the type of surface the object is moving on, the weight of the object, and the angle of the incline.

3. How does the angle of the incline affect an object's motion?

The steeper the incline, the more difficult it is for the object to move up. This is because a steeper incline means the object must overcome a greater force of gravity and friction in order to move. As the angle of the incline decreases, the object will move more easily up the incline.

4. What is the relationship between weight and incline angle in this scenario?

The weight of the object affects the amount of force needed to move it up the incline. A heavier object will require more force to overcome the force of gravity and friction and move up the incline, while a lighter object will require less force. However, the angle of the incline also plays a role, as a steeper incline will require more force regardless of the object's weight.

5. How is the force of friction calculated in this scenario?

The force of friction can be calculated using the equation Ff = μFn, where Ff is the force of friction, μ is the coefficient of friction, and Fn is the normal force. The normal force is equal to the weight of the object in this scenario, and the coefficient of friction is a constant that depends on the type of surface the object is moving on.

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