Hertzian Calculator – Line Contact: Online

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March, 7 2017

This is a simple Hertz contact calculator for elliptical and circular contacts. A corresponding Matlab file can also be downloaded.

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Graphene based solid lubricant reduces friction and wear

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This composite image depicts the makeup and performance of a new non-liquid lubricant developed by researchers at Purdue University. (Purdue University image/ Abdullah A. Alazemi) Download image. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Researchers have created a [...]
Graphene based metamaterials

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Wear Resistant Self Healing Hydrophobic Coatings

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