Freight train · Estonian PhO 2014 #1

Physics · mechanics

Problem

A freight train of mass m=\SI5000tm=\SI{5000}{t} is carried by a locomotive of power N=\SI2500kWN=\SI{2500}{kW}. Coefficient of rolling friction between the wheels and rails is μ=\SI0,002\mu=\SI{0,002}{}. a) Find the speed v1v_1 of the train on a horizontal road. b) Find the speed v2v_2 of the train on a rise of one centimeter per meter. Do not account for air resistance.

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