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The Fundamental Equation of Dynamics

Problem 1.66

A small body \(A\) starts sliding down from the top of a wedge (Fig. 1.12\()\) whose base is equal to \(l=2.10 \mathrm{~m}\). The coefficient of friction between the body and the wedge surface is \(k=0.140 .\) At what value of the angle \(\alpha\) will the time of sliding be the least? What will it be equal to?

Reveal Answer
tan2α=1/k,α=49;tmin=1.0 s\tan 2 \alpha=-1 / k, \alpha=49^{\circ} ; t_{\min }=1.0 \mathrm{~s}