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Contact Mechanics Book

06.03.2018 TriboNet

The Handbook on Contact Mechanics (Handbuch der Kontaktmechanik) co-authored by Honorary Professor of Tomsk Polytechnic University, head of the Department of System Dynamics and Friction Physics at Technical University Berlin, Valentin Popov, a TPU alumnus […]

Brasenia schreberi mucilage – superlubric biological liquid

21.03.2016

Superlubricity is a state of low friction, broadly defined as the state with the coefficient of friction lower than 0.01. This level is not achievable with classical lubrication mechanisms and currently other methods are being [...]
Introduction to Sealing Technology

18.01.2021

Let’s start from the beginning: what is a seal? A device or material that is used to close off or fasten an opening or connection, especially to prevent the escape of a liquid or gas. [...]
Tribological needs in Electric and hybrid electric vehicles

03.04.2024

Table of Contents IntroductionWhat are Hybrid and Electric vehiclesNeed for improvementReference Introduction Mobility has long been a game-changer for humanity which traces back to the ancient invention of wheels. However, the real revolution began in [...]
Thin-Film Sensor for in Situ Measurement of Temperature Rise in Rolling Contacts

02.11.2021

The optimization of lubricated rolling contacts with regard to friction and wear is an engineering challenge due to the complex mechanical, chemical and thermal stresses in the surface near area. Calculation models are used to [...]
STLE Opens Registration for 2024 Annual Meeting & Exhibition in Minneapolis

20.02.2024

STLE community brings together tribology and lubrication engineering professionals for five days of technical training, industry education and business networking PARK RIDGE, Illinois (February 15, 2024) ─ The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers [...]

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Brasenia schreberi mucilage – superlubric biological liquid

Introduction to Sealing Technology

Tribological needs in Electric and hybrid electric vehicles

Thin-Film Sensor for in Situ Measurement of Temperature Rise in Rolling Contacts

STLE Opens Registration for 2024 Annual Meeting & Exhibition in Minneapolis