Mechanics 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What does ‘on the point of lifting’ mean?
A
Contact force=0
2
Q
What does a smooth surface mean?
A
No friction
3
Q
What does a rough surface mean?
A
Friction
4
Q
What does ‘on the point of slipping’ mean?
A
Limiting friction
5
Q
How do you calculate change in momentum?
A
mv-mu
6
Q
Conservation of momentum equation
A
m1u1 + m2u2 = m1v1 + m2v2
7
Q
How do you integrate?
A
Add one to the power
Divide by the new power
Add a constant to the end