Because the force of friction is equal to the coefficient of friction multiplied by sin of the angle perpendicular to the surface, times the weight of the object, and trains are HEAVY. A single car weighing 120 tons is not uncommon.
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Because the force of friction is equal to the coefficient of friction multiplied by sin of the angle perpendicular to the surface, times the weight of the object, and trains are HEAVY. A single car weighing 120 tons is not uncommon.
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Just the locomotive (the engine car) weighs close to ½ million pounds. Even if the wheels and rails were polished mirror smooth, there’s still friction
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Just the locomotive (the engine car) weighs close to ½ million pounds. Even if the wheels and rails were polished mirror smooth, there’s still friction
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