Chapter

6/1 Introduction
SECTION A. Frictional Phenomena
6/2 Types of Friction
6/3 Dry Friction
SECTION B. Applications Friction in Machines
6/4 Wedges
6/5 Screws
6/6 lournal Bearings
Thrust Bearings; Disk Friction
6/8 Flexible Belts
6/9 Rolling Resistance
Chapter Review

INTRODUCTION

friction {orces
and stopping, and ordinary walking depends on friction between the

Friction forces are present throughout nature and exist in all ma-
chines no matter how accurately constructed or carefully lubricated. A
machine or process in which friction is small enough to be neglected is
said to be ideal. \Vhen friction must be taken into account, the machine
or process is termed In all real cases where there is sliding motion
between parts, the friction forces result in a loss of energy which is

TYPES

encountered in mechanics. The next article contains a more detailed

account of the most common type of friction, dry friction.

(a) Dry Friction.

of two solids are in contact under a condition of sliding or a tendency
to slide. A friction force tangent to the surfaces of contact occurs both

takes place. The direction of this friction force always opposes the mo-
Coulomb
friction.

(b) Friction.
fluid (liquid or gas) are moving at different velocities. This motion causes

relative velocity between layers. When there is no relative velocity, there

measure of its resistance to shearing action between fluid layers. Fluid

Friction.

recovery from deformation occurs with very little loss of energy due to
internal friction. For materials which have low limits of elasticity and
which undergo appreciable plastic deformation during loading, a consid-
erable amount of internal friction may accompany this deformation. The
mechanism of internal friction is associated with the action of shear
deformation, which is discussed in references on materials science. Be-
 Article 6/3 Dry Friction

DRY FRICTION

Mechanism of Dry Friction

m

P 6/1b,
F.
always

N R

R" R2' R3'

mg

~b-P
IF
I
~

(bi

(e)

Figure 6/1
local deformation at each contact point. The total normal force is the
sum of the n-components of the R's, and the total frictional force F is
the sum of the t-components of the R's. \\Then the surfaces are in relative
motion, the contacts are more nearly along the tops of the humps, and
the t-components of the R's are smaller than when the surfaces are at
rest relative to one another. This observation helps to explain the well-
known fact that the force necessary to maintain motion is generally

more nearly in mesh.

If we perform the experiment and record the friction force as a
P, 6/1d. P
equilibrium requires that there be no friction force. As P is increased,

forces acting on the block must satisfy the equilibrium equations. Fi-
P

a time but then decreases still more as the velocity increases.

6/1d
motion is called the range of static friction, and in this range the value
of the friction force is determined by the equations of equilibrium. This
friction force may have any value from zero up to and including the
maximum value. For a given pair of mating surfaces the experiment
shows that this maximum value of static friction max is proportional to
the normal force Thus, we may write

coetYicient of static
friction.
limiting maximum
of the static friction force and not any lesser value. Thus, the equation
applies only to cases where motion is impending with the friction force
at its peak value. For a condition of static equilibrium when motion is
impending, the static friction force is

After slippage occurs, a condition of kinetic friction accompanies the

ensuing motion. Kinetic friction force is usually somewhat less than the
maximum static friction force. The kinetic friction force is also pro-
 Article Dry Friction 331

difficult

cnbTineering

6/1c

Friction Angles
R

Fmux, cr
Chapter 6 Friction

Cone of

Figure 6/2

2<ps cone of static friction

cone of kinetic friction.

Factors Affecting Friction

 Article Dry friction

Types of Friction Problems

countered in applications involving dry friction. The first step in solving

is known to exist. Here a body which is in equilibrium is on the verge

= The equations of equilibrium will, of course, also hold.

second

termine the actual friction conditions, we first assume static equilibrium

and then solve for the friction force necessary for equilibrium. Three
outcomes are possible:
max

equilibrium as assumed. We emphasize that the actual friction

F less than F
F solely
max
value max' motion impends, as discussed in problem type (1).

(c) F max
the surfaces cannot support more force than the maximum
The assumption of equilibrium is therefore invalid, and motion
F I-'kN
third

The foregoing discussion applies to all dry contacting surfaces and,

to a limited extent, to moving surfaces which are partially lubricated.
 Chapter 6 Friction

Solution. mg, y
\ W=mg

0] mg sin F=mgsinlJ

0]

and
InotFt
tan 0m/Jx Hmnx tan-1 mto

of nc h maxun m of
known the angL of,. pose

T=mog
Solution. mo
20

mg
[~Fy x

20°

20

x-

+ thi:'
PlObl h 1 that thp blOCk would
w
n {) .
n hu volut 01
T.
 Article 6/3 Dry Friction

IOO-kg block shown first, 500 N and, second, 100 N. The coefficient
0.20,

There is no way of telling from the statement of the problem whether

the block will remain in equilibrium or whether will begin to slip following the \
\ 100<9.81) = 981 N
P.
will take the friction force to be up the plane, as shown by the solid arrow. From
x- p ,
cos 20° 981 sin

sin 20° - 981 eos

Case P 500 N

P,

500 N

1093 N

0.20(093) ~ 219 N

F ~ 134.3 N down the plane

Case II. P ~ 100 N

242 N N 956 N

0.20(956) 191.2 N

F 0.17(9561 Ans.
 Chapter 6 Friction

P
H
11k
h

(b)

Solution. (a)
B

ILkN, 0 ILk'
h

of the block
b
b
"2-1

h A

N-mg=O N=mg H
2
Fk - P 0 P Fk ILkN J-lkmg

b
Ph - mg - 0 Ans.

(b) h H (b)
C x
ILk

x
tan Ans.

ILk ILs'
@

iLk" '"
 Article 6/3 Dry Friction

Determine the maximum value which P may have before any slipping takes place.

Solution.
if

01 130-kg) 3019.81) cos 30" ~ 0 255 N

(50-kg) 50(9.81) cos 30" - 255 0 680 K

y
(40-kgl 4019.811 cos 30" - 680 0 1019 N
50(9.811 N

IFm~ I',NI 0.30(255) ~ 76.5 N 0.4016801 272 N

gives

OJ 76.5 - 272 + 5019.81) sin 30" ~ 0 103.1 N

272 40(9.811 sin 30" - 0 468 N

40(9.811 sin 30" - 459 0 of

\\ ould h,\Vc H than

P 50(9.81) sin 30" - 263 - 76.5 l(J\'ce 1<'-2 lw the direction tu

mutlOn
93.8 N

P
@ ~vl' /<'2

272 N.
llB Chapter 6 Friction

PROBLEMS 6/4 The coefficients of static and kinetic friction between

the lOO-kg block and the inclined plane are 0.30 and
(Note that, for checking purposes only, the computed re- 0.20, respectively. Determine (a) the friction force F
sults for all friction coefficients are reported to three sig- acting on the block when is applied with a magni-
nificant figures, regardless of whether the result begins tude of 200 N to the block at rest, (b) the force
with the digit 1.) required to initiate motion up the incline from rest,
and the friction force acting on the block if
600 N.
Introdudory Problems

6/1 The 400-N force P is applied to the lOO-kg crate, which

is stationary before the force is applied. Determine the
magnitude and direction of the friction force F exerted
by the horizontal surface on the crate.
F 400 N to the left
s = 0.30
100 kg = 0.20

P = 400 N
I', 0.50
{ Problem 6/4

6/5 The 1.2-kg wooden block is used for level support of

Problem
The 700-N force is applied to the lOO-kg block. which
is stationary before the force is applied. Determine the
magnitude and direction of the friction force F exerted
by the horizontal surface on the block.
the 9-kg can of paint. Determine the magnitude and
direction of the friction force exerted by the roof
surface on the wooden block and (b) the total force
exerted by the roof surface on the wooden block.
Ails. (a) 31.6 N. (b) P ~ 100.1 N up

~ = 0.80
0.60
l
Problem 6/5
Problem
6/6 The magnitude of force P is slowly increased. Does the
6/3 The designer of a ski resort wishes to have a portion homogeneous box of mass m slip nr tip first? State the
of a beginner's slope on which the skier's speed will value of P which would cause each occurrence. Neglect
remain fairly constant. Tests indicate the average any effect of the size of the small feet.
coefficients of friction between skis and snow to be
Jis 0.10 and 0.08. What should be the slope p
angle 8 of the constant-speed section?
4.57

Problem

Problem
 Article Problems 339

6/7 The light bar is used to support the 50-kg block in its
vertical guides. If the coeITicient of static friction is
at the upper end of the bar and 0.40 at the lower
end of the bar, find the friction force acting at each
end for x 75 IOm. Also find the maximum value of
x for which the bar will not slip.
An ..•. Fn 126.6 N, x 86.~ mIO

50 kg

Problem

6/10 The 200-kg crate with mass center at G is supported

on the horizontal surfaces by a skid at A and a roller
at R. If a force P of 400 N is required to initiate mo-
tion of the crate, determine the coefficient of static
friction at

Problem 6/7

6/8 The 3D-kg homogeneous cylinder of 400-IOm diameter

rests against the vertical and
shown. If the coeITicient of static
cylinder and the surfaces is 0.30,
clockwise couple At which would
slip.
inclined surfaces as
friction between the
calculate the applied
cause the cylinder to
Problem 6/10

6/11 The illu:;tration shows the design of a earn-type lock-

ing device, which, in the presence of sufficient f'ric-
tion, limits the movement of body to be to the left
only; rightward movement is prevented. The surface
of the carn near point D is circular with center at C.
Given the distance L, specify the earn offset d so that
the devil'e will work if the coeITicient of static friction
is 0.20 or t.,'Teater.

Problem

6/9 The tongli are designed to handle hot steel tubes which
are being heat-treated in an oil bath. For a 20 jaw
opening, what is the minimum coefficient of static thc·
tion between the jaws and the tube which will enable Allowable
the tongs to grip the tube without slipping? motion
An ..•. J.1,;mm 0.176

Problem 6/11
340 Chapter 6 Friction

AB

B.

6/15
Problem

Representative Problems
3.25

A lJ,

59.9°

34 kg

Problem 6/1 5

6/16 P (b)

--~ P(bl

Problem
The system of two blocks, cable, and pulley is
initially at rest. Determine the horizontal force P
P
(b) P F

1:l7.3 N. 112.8 N
137.3 N, 24.5 N

10 kg

Problem 6! 17

block is in equilibrium. All wheels and pulleys have

negligible friction.

P
P

s P
0.122,
 The sliding glass door rolls on the two small lower
wheels A and B. Under normal conditions the upper
wheels do not touch their horizontal guide. Com-
pute the force P required to slide the door at a steady
speed if wheel A becomes "frozen" and does not turn
in its bearing. Rework the problem if wheel}J be-
comes frozen instead of wheel The coefficient of
kinetic friction between a frozen wheel and the sup-
porting surface is 0.30, and the center of mass of the
64-kg door is at its geometric center, Neglect the
small diameter of the wheels,
The figure shows the design in section of a loaded
bracket which is supported on the fixed shaft by the
roller at B and by friction at the corner A. The co-
efficient of static friction is 0.40. Neglect the weight
of the bracket and show that the bracket as designed
will remain in place. Find the friction force
1.6 kN
100mm

Problem 6/25

Determine the ma).,rnitude P of the horizontal force

required to initiate motion of the block of mass nlo
150 150 for the cases P is applied to the right and (b) P is
mm mm applied to the left. Complete a general solution in
each case, and then evaluate your expression for the
Problem 6/22
values 30°, Tn nlo kg, I1s 0.60, and
A clockwise couple is applied to the circular cyl-
inder as shown. Determine the value of ~U required
B
to initiate motion for the conditions 3 kg,
me 6 kg, (I-Ls)n 0.50, (I-Ls)e 0.40, and r 0.2 m.
Friction between the cylinder C and the block B is
negligible.
AI 2.94 N'm

Problem 6/26
Problem 6/23

6/24 Repeat Proh. 6/23. except let <I',)c 0.20. All other
conditions of Prob. 6/23 remain the same.
 Article 6/3 Problems 343

6/27

x
a b

Ans. x x
2", a -
2",

-'- x

Problem 6· 27 b ••
B.
Problem 629

Problem
Problem 6 30
344 Chapter 6 Friction

A.
P
(j

R L/2 L/2

Problem

Problem

s.
P 8.98°, 0.158

Problem

Problem
 Article Problems

A B
0.40.

Problem 6/36 Problem 6/la

6/39

0.268 b

rl

Problem
 m. s

m
0.1,

mo
m
(e) 10.
mo

(J.Ls)B B.
Problem

700
mo mm
A
B

s B
100
1080

Problem

mo
B.
2m
Ans. 1 ( o),

An.,. P ~
 Article 6/3 Problems 347

Ans. s

6/44
'-

F,
A B

A B

Jl

A
b

22mm
Ans. b 2J, -
B Jl

B,
348 Chapter 6 Friction

SECTION B. APPLICATIONS OF FRICTION IN MACHINES

6/4 WEDGES

6/3b,

R
P

both self-locking,

Icl

RI R2
 Article 6/5 Screws 349

Hange of R

¢-,,'fr4¢

20
Range of
(b) Range of HI R2 (c)

Figure

mg

ll;,

Figure
Force Analysis

screw has a lead (advancement per revolution) and a mean radius

R
sentative portion of the screw thread is shown on the free-body diagram
of the screw. Similar reactions exist on all segments of the screw thread
where contact occurs with the thread of the base.
M

Rr
is sin (n Since sin + appears in each term, we may
factor it out. The moment equilibrium equation for the screw becomes

Equilibrium of forces in the axial direction further requires that

+ +

Combining the expressions for It! and gives

To determine the helix angle n, Un\\Tap the thread of the screw for one
(L/271"r).
We may use the unwrapped thread of the screw as an alternative

P M/r,

cep

Figure 6/6
 Screw5 351

P M

r
a{\¢\R

To load

p_
r

Conditions for Unwinding

will be on the verge of unwinding

6/7b
M/r

a by 6/7c

M Wr (a - (6/3h)
 Chapter 6 Friction

5'

....
P

Solution.
R3

jJ.. W = 500(9.81) N

R3'
b
=
= 16.70°
¢2 = 0.60
=

Algebraic solution.
a·a R3

R IV = 4905 N

t
+

P=2500N Ans.

Graphical solution. Imed th rronl

Al we not the pqual and oppo e

by

@
 25

A
MlJ, B,

Solution. first

250T T ~

3.64"

Ughten.

R (l M

Mn
B

+
(b)
Mn +

Alls.

Be cm'pful to c[llculat.e till' helix an·

gle correctl.\'. Its thf' l{'ud
(b) loosen. fadvan('pnlent revolution) di-
R vidpd by thp mean
by '21'

R 6/30:
R
SIde of normal as impending

M' /d
PROBLEMS

Introductory Problems
(b) P

Ans. (a) P ~ 75.3 kN, (bl P ~ 8.55 kN

f--24mm
Arzs. a 22.6°
I
40

ILs

Problem 6/50
 P

P
1.2
Ans. N 250 N, N 237 N

Representative Problems

.\f
(b)

100 kg

(a)

P'
63.3 N left
6/56 The two wedges shown are used to adjust the po· 6/59 Calculate the horizontal force un the light 10
sition of the column under a vertical load of 5 kN. wedge necessary to initiate movement of the 40-kg-
Determine the magnitude of the forces required to cylinder. The coefficient of static friction for both
raise the column if the coefficient of friction for all pairs of contacting surfaces is 0.25. Also determine
surfaces is 0.40. the friction force F at point R. (Caution: Check care-
fully your assumption of where slipping occurs.)
Ans. P ~ 98.6 N. F 24.6 N

p
B
!O

Problpm

If the loaded column of Prob. 6/56 is to be lowered, Problem

calculate the horizontal forces required to with-
The threaded collar is used to connect two shafts,
draw the wedges.
An •. P' ~ 3.51 kN both with right-hand threads on their ends. The
shafts are under a tension 8 kN. If the threads
The large turnbuckle supports a cable tension of have a mean diameter of 16 mm and a lead of 4 mm,
40 kN. The screws have a mean diameter of 30.0 mm calculate the torque M required to turn the collar in
and have square threads with a lead of 3.5 mm. The either direction with the shafts prevented from turn-
coefficient of friction for the greased threads does not ing. The coefficient of friction is 0.24.
exceed 0.25. Determine the moment applied to the
body of the turnbuckle to tighten it and to
loosen it. Both screws have single threads and are
prevented from turning.

Problem
Problem
 n An ..•.M 7.30Nom
An ..•.p

Jl

A
A

/
,
 M D

R
0.20
R R

M
y AB
1

= = mm, = = mm

Problem 6;66

Problem 6/65
JOURNAL BEARINGS

R A. R

friction circle.

M Lrf Lr ,b
360 Chapter Friction

6/7 THRUST BEARINGS; DISK FRICTION

P.

I'P dA, dA r dr de

p.pr

Iii
Ro,

(6/00)

Figure
 K K

P ~ <fA ~ K dr dO 2rrKR

K P/(2rrR), M

M <fA -- rdrdO
2rrR

M ~pi'(R" + R
 6

T
The bell crank fits over a 100·mm-diameter shaft which is fixed and cannot
rotate. The horizontal force is applied to maintain equilibrium of the crank
under the action of the vertical force P 100 N. Determine the maximum nod
minimum values which may have without causing the crank to rotate in either
direction. The coefficient of static friction between the shaft and the bearing
surface of the crank is 0.20.

Solution. Impending rotation occurs when the reaction R of the fixed shaft on
the bell crank makes an angle tan with the normal to the bearing 100 N
surface and is, therefore, tangent to the friction circle. Also, equilibrium requires
that the three forces acting on the crank be concurrent at point C. These faels
are shown in the free-body diagrams for the two cases of impending motion.
The following calculations are nt'eded:

Friction angle tan- tan- 0.20 11.31°

Radius of friction circle sin 50 sin 9.81

,120
Angle 0 tan- - 33.7"
180

9.81
Angle {3 2.60'
j(120)2 + (180)2

Impending counterclockwise motion. The equilibrium triangle of forces Counterclockwise motion impends
is drawn and gives
T2
cot (0 - {3) 100 cot (33.7" - 2.60')

165.8 N Ans.

(b) Impending clockwise motion. The equilibrium triangle of forces for this
case ves

T2 I' cot (0 {3) 100 cot 2.60')

p = 100 N
2 min 136.2 N

(b) Clockwise motion impends

 Article 6/7 Problems

6/69 A torqueM of1510 N' m must be applied tothe50-mm-

diameter shaft of the hoisting- drum to raise the
Inlroductory Problems 500-k~ load at constant speed. The drum and shaft
to~ether have a mass of 100 kg. Calculate the coeffi-
A B cient of friction for the bearing.

of A and Hare 225 mm and 300 mm, respectively,

surface. the coefficient of friction between and

0.40,
to slip on B. Also, what is the minimum coefficient
B
which will prevent 11from rotating?
12 N·m
0.30

Problem 6/69

6/70 Determine the tension in the cable to raise the

ROO-kgload if the coefllcient of friction for the 30-mm
bearing is 0.25. Also find the tension To in the sta-
tional")' section of the cable. The mass of the cable
and pulley is small and may be neglected.

30n

6/68 The two flywheels are mounted on a common shaft

by
mm
them. Each flywheel has a mass of 40 kg, and the

on the shaft i.s required to maintain rotation of the

flywheels and shaft at a constant low speed, compute
the coefficient of friction in the bearing- and (b)
the radius of the friction circle.

Problem 6/70

6/71 Calculate the tension T required to lower the BOO-kg

load described in Prob. 6/70. Also find To.
3830 To ~ 4020 N

Problem
 Chapter 6 Friction

6/71 The 20-kg steel ring A with inside and outside radii
of 50 mm and 60 mm, respectively, rests on a fixed
horizontal shaft of 40-mm radius. If a downward
force P 150 N applied to the periphery of the ring
is just sufficient to cause the ring to slip, calculate
the coefficient of friction and the angle
6/75 The axial section of the two mating circular disks is
shown. Derive the expression for the torque M re-
quired to turn the upper disk on the fixed lower one
if the pressure p between the disks follows the rela-
tion p k/r'l., where k is a constant to be deter-
mined. The coefficient of friction is constant over
the entire surface.

Problem 6/72

Representative Problems

The mass of the drum D and its cuble is 45 kg, and

the coefficient of friction for the bearing is 0.20.
Determine the force required to raise the 40-kg cyl-
inder if the bearing friction is neglected and
included in the analysis. The weight of the shaft is 6/76 The front wheels of an experimental rear-drive ve·
negligible. hicle have a radius of 300 mm and are designed with
Ans. P P 259 N
disk.type brakes consisting- of a ring A with outside
and inside radii of 150 mm and 75 mm, respectively.
The ring, which does not turn with the wheel, is
forced against the wheel disk with a force If the
pressure between the ring and the wheel disk is uni-
form over the mating surfaces, compute the friction
force between each front tire and the horizontal
road for an axial force P 1 kN when the vehicle is
powered at constant speed with the wheels turning.
The coefficient of friction between the disk and ring
is 0.35.

40 kg

Problem 6/13

6114 Determine the force P required to lower the 40-kg

cylinder of Prob. 6/73. Compare your answer with
the stated results of that problem. Is the no-friction
value of P equal to the average of the forces required
to raise and lower the cylinder?
 Article 6/7 Problems 365

6,177 The telephone-cable reel has a mass of 250 kg and is 6/80 An automobile disk brake consists of a flat-faced ro-
coefli- tor and caliper which contains a disk pad on each side
of the rotor. For equal forces P behind the two pads
with the pressure p uniform over the pad, show that
turn the reel. the moment applied to t.he hub is independent of the
An". T ~ 56.4 N
anhrular span of the pads. Would pressure variation
with change the moment?

In a design te.st on friction, shaft is fitted loosely

Problem 6,177 in the wrist-pin bearing of the connecting rod with
center of gravity at G as shown. With the rod initially
6/18 The pulley system shown is used to hoist the 20D-kg- in the vertical position, the shaft is rotated slowly
block. The diameter of the hearing for the upper pul- until the rod slips at the angle Write an
ley is 20 mm, and that for the lower pulley is 12 mm. pression for the coefTicient of friction p..
For a coefficient of friction 0.25 for both bear-
ing'S, calculate the tensions 1', and 7'2 in the three
cables if the block is being raised slowly.
1

the block is being lowered slowly.

Ans. T ~ 899 N, T, ~ 9491\', T2 1013 N
366 Chapter 6 Friction

6/82 P

A A

Problem 6/82

125mm

B B

Detail of collar
A

Problem
80mm
p

Problem 6/83
 Arlicle 6/7 Problems

6/85 The hemispherical thrust bearing on the end of the

shaft supports an axial force Derive the expression L by

if p
and the coefT1cient of friction is
Ans. M j1Pr

Problem

Problem
368 Chapter Friction

sheaves and drums is important in the design of belt drives of all types,

and the torque necessary to prevent rotation, and a bearing re·

R. M 1'2 1',.
r de

element by establishing the equilibrium of the element, in a manner

similar to that used for other variable-force problems. The tension in-
l' 0 l' + d1' 0 + dO.
normal force is a differential since it acts on a differential element
n of area. Likewise the friction force, which must act on the belt in a
direction to oppose slipping, is a differential and is dN for impending
motion.
Equilibrium in the t·direction gives

l' ~O + dN (1' + d7') ~O

since the cosine of a differential quantity is unity in the limit. Equilib-

Figure 6,11
rium in the n-direction requires that

dN + d7') de + dO

dN 1'de

remaining.
Combining the two equilibrium relations gives

Integrating between corresponding limits yields

T'd1' fP
-7' p.dO

(7'2/1',) 1'2

(6/7>
radians. If a rope were wrapped around a drum n times, the angle {3

section where the total angle of contact is This conclusion is evident

r
not enter into the equations for the equilibrium of the differential ele-

to leave the rim, so Eq. 6/7 involves some error in this case.

Deformation at the point of contact between a rolling wheel and its

supporting surface introduces a resistance to rolling, which we mention
only briefly. This resistance is not due to tangential friction forces and
therefore is an entirely different phenomenon from that of dry friction.
To describe rolling resistance, we consider the wheel shown in Fig.

its center to produce rolling. The deformation of the wheel and sup-
porting surfaces as shown is greatly exaggerated. The distribution of
pressure over the area of contact is similar to the distribution shown.
R A

force P necessary to maintain rolling at constant speed by equating the

moments of all forces about A to zero. This gives us

Figure 6 12
r

where the moment arm of is taken to be The ratio is called

the coefficient of rolling resistance. This coefficient is the ratio of resist-
ing force to normal force and thus is analogous to the coefficient of static
or kinetic friction. On the other hand, there is no slippage or impending
slippage in the interpretation of
Because the dimension a depends on many factors which are diffi-
cult to quantify, a comprehensive theory of rolling resistance is not avail-
able. The distance a is a function of the elastic and plastic properties of

the roughness of the surfaces. Some tests indicate that a varies only
a
a
the coemcient of rolling friction in some references. However, a has the
dimension of length and therefore is not a dimensionless coefficient in
the usual sense.
370 Chapter 6 Friction

A flexible cable which supports the lOO-kg load is passed over a fixed circular
P

friction between the cable and the fixed drum is 0.30. For 0, determine
the maximum and minimum values which may have in order not to raise or
lower the load. (b) For P 500 N, determine the minimum value which the
angle may have before the load begins to slip.

Solution. Impending slipping of the cable over the drum is Eq.

6/7, which is T2/Tt

a rr/2
motion of the load, Tl 981 N. and we have

981(1.602) 1572 N

2
Thus,

min 981/1.602 612 N

(bl With T2 981 Nand T, ~ P 500 N, Eq. 6/7 gives us

981 N
30 (bJ P = 500 N
981/500 eO. ' 0.30{3 ~ In(981/500J ~ 0.674

{3 2.25 rad {3 2.25 360)

- 128.7"
(
We are C lreful to nut!;! tllOt must
128.7" - 90· ~ 38.7°

In our denvation of Eq. 6 7 be cer~

tain to not th<lt 1

As Wd not d m th 'dl nvatlOn of Eq.

67th the <h dol' not
enter into th~ calculatIOn!;. It on Iv
the nngl of contuct and coeffi-
cient of fnctlOn which det( I mine the
limitmg for impendlllg
motion of th~ tll'xlb! cabh· r the
curved :mrrace.
 371

PROBLEMS
Introductory Problems
Ans.
6J87 coefficient

m
10

fnrce P mg/6 is

0.30.

Problem

Problem 6/88
372 Chapter 6 Friction

0.634

Problem

Representative Problems

(b) p'

Problem
 Article 6/9 Problem. 373

over a horizontal limb of the tree. If the coefficient tact with the ground from to C. What is the hori-
of friction between the rope nnd the limb is 0.60, zontal component of the force which the gardener
compute the force which the man must exert on the must exert in order to pull the hose around the small
rope to let himself down slowly. 135.1 N cylindrical guard at H? The coeflicient of friction be-
tween the hose and the b70und is and that
bet ween the hose and the cylinder is 0.40. Assume
that the hose does not touch the b•.•.ound between
and
Ans. Px 55.2 N

Calculate the horizontal force P requin >d

.. to raise the
passes around the idler pulleys. Calculate the min-
lOO-kg load. The coeflicient of friction between the
imum spacing a in the design of this unit for which
rope and the fixed bars is 0.40.

1.15. The coeflicient between the tape and

 0.195

Problem

Problem

A,

Problem .
A

m
m

i
B
Problem
 Article Problems 375

M
P
100 h

P.

lU 183.4

27.8
p

Problem 6/101 Problem

of

T Ko + e eKfI{t.Ol do

V-helt +
cross section /12

Problem

Problem 6/106
376 Chapter Friction

In our study of friction we have concentrated on dl)' or Coulomb

friction where a simple mechanical model of surface irregularities be.

three types of dry·friction problems which are encountered in practice.

2. Limiting static friction with impending motion (F =

:I. Kinetic friction where sliding motion occurs between

A coefficient of friction applies to a given pair of mating surfaces. It

is meaningless to speak of a coefficient of friction for a single surface.
2. The coefficient of static friction for a given pair of surfaces is

4. When friction forces are distributed over a surface or along a line,

we select a representative element surface or line and evaluate
the force and moment effects of the elemental friction force acting
on the element. We then integrate these effects over the entire sur-
face or line.
5. Friction coefficients vary considerably, depending on the exact con.
dition of the mating surfaces. Computing coefficients of friction to
three significant figures represents an accuracy which cannot easily
be duplicated by experiment. When cited, such values are included
for purposes of computational check only. For design computations
in engineering practice, any handbook value for a coefficient of static
or kinetic friction must be viewed as an approximation.

chapter are important in engineering. Problems which involve fluid fric-

tion, for example, are among the most important friction problems
encountered in engineering. and are studied in the subject of fluid
mechanics.
6/107 A 40-kg block is placed on a 3D" incline and released

maximum and minimum values of the initial ten-

sion in the spring for which the block will not slip

the block ir 7' 150 N.

I 46.2 N

6/110

with each other and released from rest. The coeffi-

900 r\
cients of static friction under boxes A, B, and Care

20 mm

Problem

P b mm
A B

Allowabll!
motion
- A
378 Chapter 6 Friction

The 30-kg circular cylinder is held by a cord fixed

to its periphery at B and to the ground at A. If the
coefficient of static friction is 0.60, calculate the
force required to cause the cylinder to slip.

Problem 6/114

compressive force of 600 N is to be applied to the

Calculate the torque which the engine of the
pickup truck must supply to the rear axle to roll the
front wheels over the curbing from a rest position
if the rear wheels do not slip. Determine the mini·
mum effective coefficient of friction at the rear
wheels to prevent slipping. The mass of the loaded
truck with mass center at G is 1900 kg.
Ans. M 3.00 kN'm, ,umin 0.787
two boards in the grip of the C-c1amp. The threaded
screw has a mean diameter of 10 mm and advances
2.5 mm per turn. The coefficient of static friction is
0.20. Determine the force which must be applied
normal to the handle at C in order to tighten
and (b) loosen the clamp. Neglect friction at pointA.
Ans. F 8.52 N, (bl F ~ 3.56 N

1600 mm 1200 mm

Problem 6/115

6/114 The detent mechanism consists of the spring-loaded 500·kg log is being steadily pulled up the incline
plunger with a spherical end, which is designed to by means of the cable attached to the winch on the
position the horizontal bar by engaging the spaced truck. If the coefficient of kinetic friction is 0.80 be-
notches. If the spring exerts a force of 40 N on the tween the log and the incline and 0.50 between the
plunger in the position shown and a force P 60 N cable and rock, determine the tension T which must
is required to move the detent bar against the be developed by the winch.
plunger, calculate the coefficient of friction between
the plunger and the detent. It is known from earlier
tests that the coefficient of friction between the
light bar and the horizontal surface is 0.30. Assume
that the plunger is well lubricated and accurately
fitted so that the friction between it and its guide is
negligible.
Problem
 Review Problems 379

The 2-Mg lathe with mass center at G is positioned
with the aid of the steel wedge. Determine the
horizontal force P required to remove the wedge
the coefficient of friction for all contacting surfaces
is 0.30. Also show that no horizontal movement of
the lathe takes place.
~.89 kN
6/119 The small roller of the uniform slender rod rests
against the vertical surface at A while the rounded
end at B rests on the platform which is slowly piv-
oted downward beginning from the horizontal po-
sition shown. If the bar bel-,rinsto slip when 25°,
determine the coefficient of static friction 118 be-
tween the bar and the platform. Neglect friction in
the roller and the small thickness of the platform.

900 rom

has a mass of 2.2 Mg and is elevated into testing

position by two 78-mm-diameter lead screws, each
with a single thread and a lead of 13 mm. If the
T
coefficient of friction in the threads is 0.25, how
much torque M must be supplied to each screw
to raise the head and to lower the head? The 6/120 Determine the range of cylinder mass m for which
the system is in equilibrium. The coefficient of fric-
during positioning. tion between the 50-kg block and the incline is 0.15
and that between the cord and cylindrical support
is 0.25.

1/=0.25
6/121 Under the action of the applied couple M the 25-kg
cylinder bears against the roller which is free to
tUrn. If the coefficients of static and kinetic friction
between the cylinder and the horizontal surface are
0.50 and 0.40, respectively, determine the friction
force F acting on the cylinder if (a) M 20 N· m
and (bl M ~ 40 N·m.
Ails. (al F 133.3 N, (bl F 127.6 N

mm

6/124 The elements of a rolling mill are shown here. In

the design of the roller spacing, determine the max-
imum slab thickness b so that the slab will enter
The cylinder has a mass of 36 kg and the attached
the rollers by means of friction alone if the coeffi-
uniform slender bar has an unknown mass m. The
cient of kinetic friction is Assume that a)
unit remains in static equilibrium for values of the
is small compared with
angle ranging up to 45° but slips if 8 exceeds 45°.
If the coefficient of static friction is known to be
0.30, determine m.

The jack shown is designed to lift small unit-body The 8-kg block is resting on the 20 inclined plane
cars. The screw is threaded into the collar pivoted with a coefficient of static friction J1.8 0.50. De-
at B, and the shaft turns in a ball thrust bearing at termine the minimum horizontal force P which will
The thread has a mean diameter of 10 mm and cause the block to slip.
25.3 N
a lead (advancement per revolution) of 2 mm. The
coetTicient of friction for the threads is Deter-
mine the force normal to the handle at required
to raise a mass of 500 kg from the position
shown and to lower the load from the same po_
sition. Neglect friction in the pivot and bearing at A.
Ans. lal P ~ 78.6 N, (bl P ~ 39.6 N
 Review Problems 381

••. 6/126

P. P
0

2r +
Ans. 1 2 d (R 2r)
=

A
Problem 6
Problem

• 'Computer-Oriented Problems

x
P
ofx. 517 N 7.5
5.80°

Problem 6/127

B
T-
O

Problem
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s P
f} s

Problem 6/132
L/2

P
L/2

59.9°
I
O.295mg I
I
I

A I
I
I
I
I

s=
 Review Problems

T/mg

V D mg
60°.

DO 3r
BC = 2r

Problem 6/134
The analysis of multi-link structures which change configuration is generally best handled
by a virtual-work approach. This construction platform is a typical example.
 Chapter

7/1 Introduction
7/2 Work
7/3 Equilibrium
7/4 Potential Energy and Stability
Chapter Review

In the previous chapters we have analyzed the equilibrium of a

body by isolating with a free-body diagram and writing the zero·
force and zero-moment summation equations. This approach is usually
employed for a body whose equilibrium position is known or specified
and v.'here one or more of the external forces is an unknown to be
determined.

of interconnected members which can move relative to each other. Thus

various equilibrium configurations are possible and must be examined.

although valid and adequate, are often not the most direct and conve-
nient approach.
A method based on the concept of the work done by a force is more
direct. Also, the method provides a deeper insight into the hehavior of
mechanical systems and enables us to examine the stability of systems
in equilibrium. This method is called the

\Ve must first define the term in its quantitative sense, in

contrast to its common nontechnical usage.