By: Ryan Boothe
Physics 211 Spring 2005
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Rock climbing is an exciting, but dangerous, sport. Since the 70's, climbing equipment has become more reliable and more safe. The physical laws behind rock climbing have not changed, but engineers have found ways to make safer and more reliable gear to help prevent a climber from falling. Rock climbing is all about physics. The main aspect of rock climbing is gravity. Gravity is what every rock climber faces every time they scale a wall. There are several forces involving rock climbing and they include friction, tensional force, and, of course, gravity.
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Frictional Forces
Falling Forces
Anchor Systems
Bibliography
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Falling Forces
Anchor Systems
Bibliography
Disclaimer: The images, diagrams, and tables decpicted here in these web pages are not mine. I tried my best to site them and give credit. I'm not using these images, diagrams, or tables for profit or anything of that sort. This is just an educational project for a class.