Friction

Noah Deitchley and Joey Berends __**Objective**:__ The objective of this lab is to explore the different qualities of friction, particularly static friction, using the supplied simulation. Calculate static friction using the equation F(static)=μ x F(normal); μ=.21

__**Video/Simulation:**__ media type="custom" key="22971946"

media type="file" key="Jing_simulation-_noey.swf" width="360" height="270"

__**Data Collection Technique/Strategies**:__ 1.Load the simulation and make sure it is working 2. Select the file cabinet from the list of objects 3. Run the simulation, and calculate values such as the normal Force and the force needed to move the object. 4. Use F=m x a to find the normal Force 5. Record all calculations

__**Analysis Questions:**__ 1. What did you notice about the movement of the cabinet as force was applied, from a friction standpoint? 2. What was your calculation for static friction? Was it accurate? Why or why not? 3. How did the normal force applied to the simulation affect the outcome?

__**Percent difference:**__ [(Actual-experimental) / actual] x 100 Your calculation should be under 10-15%

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