What Happens When a Block Slides Down a SLIDING Ramp? Classic Physics Problem

Every physics student learns to analyze a block sliding down a ramp. But if the RAMP is free to slide, we get a much tougher problem. Get the notes for free here: https://courses.physicswithelliot.com...

A block sliding down a ramp is a classic setup for learning to apply Newton's laws to a system that's not too complicated, but also not totally trivial. But what if the ramp itself is free to slide over the ground that it's sitting on? Then we get a much tougher and more interesting problem to solve! In this video, I'll walk you through it.

You'll want to be comfortable already with the usual problem where the ramp is nailed down. If you need a refresher on that, check out the other video I made all about it:    • Blocks Sliding Down Ramps, and All That: P...  

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About the classic physics problem series:
In these intro-to-intermediate-level physics videos, I'll discuss classic physics "challenge" problems that you might meet in your introductory mechanics and electromagnetism classes. They might be based on simple concepts, but these problems can still get pretty tough!

About me:
I’m Dr. Elliot Schneider. I love physics, and I want to help others learn (and learn to love) physics, too. Whether you’re a beginner just starting out with your physics studies, a more advanced student, or a lifelong learner, I hope you’ll find resources here that enable you to deepen your understanding of the laws of nature. For more cool physics stuff, visit me at https://www.physicswithelliot.com.