Introduction to Classical Mechanics · Problem 3.7

Using F = ma — Morin

Physics — Mechanics · friction_inclined_plane

Problem

Sliding sideways on a plane *** A block is placed on a plane inclined at an angle θ\theta. The coefficient of friction between the block and the plane is μ=tan⁡θ\mu = \tan \theta. The block is given a kick so that it initially moves with speed VV horizontally along the plane (that is, in the direction perpendicular to the direction pointing straight down the plane). What is the speed of the block after a very long time?

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