`F_k = mu_k * F_N `

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Kinetic Friction (F_k) as a function of the normal force and a coefficient.  

INSTRUCTIONS: Choose your preferred units and enter the following:

• (FN)  Normal friction force
• (μ_k)  Friction coefficient

The calculator return the kinetic friction (F_k) in newtons.

References

• Light and Matter (B. Crowell) chapter 8.3.