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New method reveals how damage occurs in human biological cells due to mechanical fatigue

18.11.2019 tribonet 385 Views

Human red cells (RBCs) are very versatile and have the ability to experience cell deformation as they move around different small vessels and capillaries. Their average life time is around 120 days and during this […]

Macroscale superlubricity

11.01.2016 503 Views

Friction rises when bodies come to contact and start relative sliding. This phenomenon occurs in many mechanical systems and it is estimated that over 30% of the fuel in cars is consumed to overcome [...]
Harvesting friction energy in self-sustaining water motion sensors

12.05.2017 3,179 Views

A recent study, affiliated with UNIST has engineered a self-sustaining sensor platform to continuously monitor the surrounding environment without having an external power source. This research has been led by the team of Professor Jaehyouk [...]
Graphene based solid lubricant reduces friction and wear

22.08.2017 2,058 Views

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 [...]
New bearings for high-speed applications

20.04.2018 1,001 Views

A clear trend in compressor and pump applications is to raise the power density by increasing the rotational speed. To fulfil this requirement, SKF has developed a new range of single-row angular contact ball bearings. [...]
Environmentally friendly waterproof coating developed

16.07.2018 5,681 Views

Fabrics that resist water are essential for everything from rainwear to military tents, but conventional water-repellent coatings have been shown to persist in the environment and accumulate in our bodies, and so are likely to [...]