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    Apr 17, 2008, 03:21 AM
    Coefficient of friction
    Is coefficient of friction depending on area of contact? I thought it is, but the formulae relate only two factors, i.e.. Normal force and kinetic friction force.
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    Aug 21, 2008, 11:18 AM
    In an ideal environment... (ie. Uniform surface). No, contact area doesn't make a difference. In reality yes it does.
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