Limiting angle of friction / angle of repose (tan λ = μs)

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tan λ = μs

What each symbol means

SymbolWhat it stands for
λAngle of friction (limiting)
μsCoefficient of static friction

When to use this

At limiting equilibrium on incline, tanθ = μs; λ is the friction angle where tanλ = μs.