Minimum Angle for a Leaning Ladder
Offered By: Dot Physics via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the physics behind determining the minimum lean angle for a ladder against a wall before it slips in this 13-minute video. Learn how to calculate the critical angle using the coefficient of static friction between the floor and ladder, set at 0.4 in this example. Gain insights into the forces at play and the mathematical approach to solving this practical physics problem.
Syllabus
Minimum Angle for a Leaning Ladder
Taught by
Dot Physics
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