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What is a normal force?
Think about how a surface pushes against an object.
Name one application of contact dynamics.
Consider where robots would physically touch objects or surfaces.
What type of force prevents a robot from penetrating a surface?
It's the force that keeps things upright.
True or False: Tangential forces can cause a robot to slip.
Think about sliding a book across a table.
Calculate the normal and tangential forces acting on a robot when it is traversing a slope of 30 degrees with a weight of 50 kg.
Use sin and cos functions to break down the forces.
Model a scenario where a robot picks up a fragile object. Discuss how to employ contact dynamics in design.
Consider how much pressure is too much?
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