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  1. What Is the Normal Force in Physics Problems? - Physics Forums

    Feb 16, 2008 · The discussion focuses on understanding the normal force in various physics problems, including scenarios with crates, people in elevators, and cars on inclined planes. It …

  2. Normal force at the top of a vertical loop - Physics Forums

    Oct 17, 2022 · From the equation for centripetal force, I can see that the centripetal force is proportional to v^2. Does this have something to do with why there is a normal force at the …

  3. Normal force at the top of a hill - Physics Forums

    Sep 20, 2009 · I'm bypassing the normal questions, only because I have already solved the question, but want help figuring out why the answer is what it is (without incorporating …

  4. What Is the Normal Force in Newtonian Mechanics? - Physics …

    Oct 25, 2010 · Hi everyone. I just started learning some basic Newtonian mechanics and several questions arose. Hope you could help me with it. Thank you. 1. What exactly constitutes the …

  5. Solving a Frictionless Incline Problem: Calculating Normal Force

    Sep 14, 2011 · The problem involves calculating the normal force exerted on a 12 kg block being pushed up a frictionless incline at a 60-degree angle with a horizontal force of 77 N. The …

  6. How to Calculate Normal Force in a Physics Problem

    Nov 4, 2009 · Homework Statement If a box that weighs 536N is pulled forward at a constant speed by a force of 150N at an angle of 37 degreees with the ground, what normal force does …

  7. Is the normal force at the top of a rollercoaster loop ... - Physics …

    Sep 23, 2023 · Is the normal force at the top of a rollercoaster loop always directed upwards? mancity Sep 23, 2023 Circular motion

  8. Capstan Equation, Friction and Normal Force - Physics Forums

    Oct 7, 2023 · We have a following setup (see below). A plastic rod is placed inside a plastic ring. A wire is wrapped around a plastic rod from which it goes to the outer surface of the plastic …

  9. Is Any Applied Force Truly a Normal Force? • Physics Forums

    Oct 23, 2011 · THIS IS THE QUESTION: Your teacher says, “Any applied force can also be called a normal force.” Discuss the validity of this statement. Thanks guys.

  10. Very confused about normal Force - Physics Forums

    Aug 21, 2015 · The normal force is described as the force exerted by a surface to support the weight of an object, and it is equal and opposite to the gravitational force acting on the object.