Question

To be safe, the engineers making the ride want to be sure the normal force does not exceed 1.8 times each persons weight - and therefore adjust the frequency of revolution accordingly. What is the minimum coefficient of friction now needed?

Answer 1

Answer:

μ = 0.55

Explanation:

Given that

Normal weight = 1.8 x weight of person

N= 1.8 mg

We know that friction force Fr

Fr= μ N

μ=Coefficient of friction

N=Normal force

To find  μ We have to equate friction and gravity force

Fr= Wt

μ N = m g

μ  x 1.8 m g = m g

μ = 0.55

So the coefficient of friction will be 0.55.