Glossary · term
Friction
Mechanics
- Aliases
- frictional
- Domain
- Mechanics
Definition
The force resisting sliding between surfaces, roughly proportional to how hard they are pressed together and nearly independent of contact area. It wears tools out, and it is also the only reason brakes, bolts and knots hold.
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