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Coefficient of friction: Van sliding on asphalt
August 15, 2010
A Toyota Camry T-boned a Ford Expedition van and tipped it over. The van slid approximately 40 feet on its side. I cannot seem to find a coefficient of friction for steel on asphalt that would allow me to do even a rudimentary calculation of the van's speed at the beginning of the slide. Help.
Craig Gunsulphysicist - Walla Walla, Washington
August 23, 2010
I don't think anyone here is going to comment on what is obviously a situation where there may be serious litigation.
Most any tort lawyer will have available expert witnesses who can provide the opinions you need.

Jeffrey Holmes, CEF
Spartanburg, South Carolina
