how can a tiny tug boat push/pull huge tankers and cruise ships? 785 viewsJanuary 3, 2024 Question90.72K March 21, 2021 0 Comments I get that plane tugs have huge tyres and tonnes of torque, but a boat? A tiny boat? 🤷♂️ Thanks In: Physics 7 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted March 21, 2021 0 Comments Water has very little friction, so all they have to overcome is the inertia of the boat, not the friction between the boat and what it’s sitting on. You are viewing 1 out of 7 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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