Coulomb Friction Law
Description
This frictional contact law implements simple Coulomb friction law where
[math]\displaystyle{ S_{slide} = \mu_d N \quad{\rm if}\quad S_{stick}\gt \mu_s N }[/math]
and µd and µs are the dynamic and static coefficients of friction. If the friction coefficient is entered as a negative number, then surfaces stick whenever they are in contact but are allowed to move freely when separated. If the static coefficient of friction is less than the dynamic coefficient of friction, it is ignored.
Properties
The properties for this law are:
| Property | Description | Units | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| coeff | The dynamic coefficient of friction | none | 0 |
| coeffStatic | The static coefficient of friction. If this optional static coefficient of friction is changed to a positive number, it must be greater than the dynamic coefficient or friction. | none | -1 |