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static friction [′stad·ik ′frik·shən] (mechanics) The force that resists the initiation of sliding motion of one body over the other with which it is in contact. The force required to move one of the bodies when they are at rest. Also known as limiting friction; starting friction. 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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| T 815 om-01 "Coefficient of static friction (slide angle) of packaging and packaging materials (including shipping sack papers, corrugated and solid fiberboard) (inclined plane method)" (September 19, 2005) The peak of maximum torque corresponding with static friction is well represented in figure 4a. The roller/rail combination suffers from having to overcome static friction to get it moving. |
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