Contact Force Calculator

Contact Force Calculator calculator can be used to calculate the contact force between two surfaces based on the normal force and coefficient of friction.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Contact Force (F) = μ * Normal Force (N)

Where:
F = Contact Force
μ = Coefficient of Friction
N = Normal Force

Contact Force Calculator Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Contact Force Calculator calculator and its working principles

How to Use the Calculator

  1. Enter the normal force in Newtons (N) in the "Normal Force" field.
  2. Enter the coefficient of friction (μ) in the "Coefficient of Friction" field.
  3. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the contact force.
  4. The result will be displayed in the "Contact Force" field.

Understanding the Formula

The contact force (F) between two surfaces is calculated using the formula:

F = μ * N

Where:

  • F = Contact Force in Newtons (N)
  • μ = Coefficient of Friction (dimensionless)
  • N = Normal Force in Newtons (N)

Principle Explanations

The contact force is the force exerted by one surface on another when they are in contact. This force is directly proportional to the normal force and the coefficient of friction between the surfaces. The coefficient of friction is a dimensionless value that represents the ratio of the frictional force between two surfaces to the normal force pressing them together.