The concrete barrier has a weight of 16,500 N. The coefficient of friction between the barrier and the pavement is μs = 0.40. What is the maximum force P that can be applied to the barrier before it starts moving? Consider all possibilities of motion. (show all possibilities in solution report)

the maximum force P that can be applied to the barrier before it starts moving is 6,600N

Explanation:

Step one:

Applying the equation

P=uR

Where P = force needed to overcome friction

u = coefficient of friction

R=limiting force

Step two:

Given

R=16,500N

u=0.4

Step three:

Substituting our values into the equation we have

P=0.4*16,500

P=6,600N

Hence the maximum force P that can be applied to the barrier before it starts moving is 6,600N