Normal Reaction in Friction Formulas

Normal Reaction is the force exerted by a surface on an object in contact with it which prevents the object from passing through the surface. And is denoted by R_n. Normal Reaction is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Normal Reaction is always positive.

Friction formulas that make use of Normal Reaction

fxCoefficient of FrictionGo

fxAngle of ReposeGo

fxLimiting Angle of FrictionGo

FAQ

What is the Normal Reaction?

Normal Reaction is the force exerted by a surface on an object in contact with it which prevents the object from passing through the surface. Normal Reaction is usually measured using the Newton for Force. Note that the value of Normal Reaction is always positive.

Can the Normal Reaction be negative?

No, the Normal Reaction, measured in Force cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Normal Reaction?

Normal Reaction is usually measured using the Newton[N] for Force. Exanewton[N], Meganewton[N], Kilonewton[N] are the few other units in which Normal Reaction can be measured.

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