1K20.35-Angle of Repose

Video: Instructor’s video

Description: A demonstration to show the angle of repose: the angle at which gravity overcomes the force of static friction and the block starts to slide.
Can be used to show that:

Equipment:

• Angle of repose apparatus (see photo)
• Blocks of various masses and material
• Wooden block
• Brick
• Block with sandpaper
• Block with leather
• Plastic block

Setup Procedure:

1. Gather together all the materials; make sure everything is in working order.

Demonstration Procedure:

1. To adjust the angle, loosen the wing nut on the apparatus.

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