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Static Friction Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Static Friction Force (f_s) is:

$f_s = \mu \cdot N$

Where:

Static Friction (f_s): The force that must be overcome to start moving an object at rest.
Coefficient of Static Friction (μ): A dimensionless value representing the ratio of the maximum static friction force to the normal force.
Normal Force (N): The force exerted by a surface perpendicular to the object resting on it.

Let's say the coefficient of static friction (μ) is 0.5, and the normal force (N) is 100 N. Using the formula:

$f_s = 0.5 \cdot 100 = 50 \, \text{N}$

So, the static friction force is 50 N.