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Friction and Drag Force Explained by Drew Kay is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document provides information about friction and drag forces. It defines friction as the force between two contacting surfaces and discusses static and kinetic friction. It states drag force is caused by a fluid and depends on fluid density, cross-sectional area, and velocity. Drag force increases with velocity until an object reaches a maximum or "terminal" velocity. The document contains examples of calculating drag force on a missile based on its diameter, velocity, and air density.
- Author
- Drew Kay
- Language
- EN