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frictional force |
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frictional force [frik′shənəl] the force component parallel to the surfaces at the point of contact between two objects. The frictional component, in contact between curved objects, may be tangential to the surfaces. Frictional force may be increased or decreased by such factors as moisture on a surface. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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where term A represents pressure gradient force, term B is Coriolis force, and term C is the frictional force. During hydroplaning, frictional forces that might otherwise bring the landslide to a halt would be greatly diminished, he notes. The Z 1721 frictional puller uses the frictional force between the nylon sleeve and metal bore to pull the plate. |
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