Savchenko Problem 2.3.25

Physics · mechanics · thermodynamics

Problem

At what minimum distance from the place of rounding of the slope should the launch pad of skiers be located, so that they, having reached the rounding, begin a free flight? Slope angle α\alpha, radius of curvature R, coefficient of friction between skis and snow µ < tgα\alpha. Ignore the skiers' starting speed.

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