- The two blocks shown are originally at rest. Neglecting the masses of the pulleys and the effect of friction in the pulleys and assuming that the coefficients of friction between block A and the horizontal surface are u, = 0.25 and u = 0.20, determine (a) the acceleration of each block, (b) the tension in the cable.

- The two blocks shown are originally at rest. Neglecting the masses of the pulleys and the effect of friction in the pulleys and assuming that the coefficients of friction between block A and the horizontal surface are u, = 0.25 and u = 0.20, determine (a) the acceleration of each block, (b) the tension in the cable.

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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