Engineering Mechanics (MSBTE) - Friction Introduction

It is a self-adjusting force.

Relative motion or tendency of motion between the two surfaces.

More roughness leads to more friction, and smooth surfaces lead to less friction or even zero friction.

<p>It increases or decreases accordingly up to a certain limiting value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The tangent of the angle of friction is equal to the coefficient of friction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tangential to the surface in the opposite direction of motion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Kinetic friction occurs when there is relative motion between surfaces, while static friction occurs when there is tendency of motion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Upward, opposite to the weight of the block.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Wear and tear of surfaces, loss of energy, and increased fuel consumption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is the graphical representation of the frictional force and normal reaction force.</p> Signup and view all the answers