Bodies Moving on Inclined Planes - Acting Forces Calculator

Calculate the pulling force required to move a body up an inclined plane with or without friction. Uses the formulas Fp = W·sin(α) for frictionless surfaces and Fp = W(sin(α) + μ·cos(α)) when friction is included.

Calculator

Inputs

Mass of Body (kg)

Elevation Angle (degrees)

Friction Coefficient (μ)

Acceleration of Gravity (m/s²)

Results

Weight (W = m × ag)-- N

Pulling Force (No Friction)-- N

Pulling Force (With Friction)-- N

Friction Component-- N