[Shotimes] Re: Friction on ice & snow

Alan Fanning Awfanning@earthlink.net
Mon, 01 Nov 2004 19:44:04 -0800


Going from memory here, but I believe the Force imparted on an object
sliding over another is the product of the friction coefficient TIMES the
weight of the object. So, I believe Don is correct when he refers to weight
having no effect on friction, but incorrect in implying that the resultant
force is unchanged.  'Course, it's been 30+ years since that class!

    Alan

> All you folks touting extra weight to increase
> friction,....the above should finally get you to see the light.