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Graphene based solid lubricant reduces friction and wear

22.08.2017 tribonet 2,062 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 […]

Close Examination of Frictional Wear on an Atomic Scale

12.10.2020 1,114 Views

Friction and wear have long been a focus of scientists, researchers, engineers, and industries around the world. The common goal is to maximize profits, however, the environmental impact becomes even more important. Wear and friction [...]
In Situ Generation of Graphene

25.07.2016 366 Views

Graphene has unique properties and is being extensively used in various applications. It got a deserved attention in the field of tribology as well and was reported to lead to the states of superlubricity (see [...]
Stress Assisted Tribofilm Growth: A New Model

18.04.2017 400 Views

Under extreme conditions the lubricant film fails to separate the rubbing surfaces and solid-to-solid contact occurs. To prevent excessive wear of the base materials anti-wear additives are used in these cases. The additives create a [...]
Tracking a Sudden Fail of Microelectormechanical Systems

15.05.2019 142 Views

What time does it take before the minute parts of microscopic equipment become unusable as a result of deterioration? What warning signals do you need to watch out for that will show that the components [...]
Regenerative Brakes and Tribology

01.07.2019 1,008 Views

Brakes are essential components in today’s mobile society. Today, most vehicles incorporate a combination of frictional and regenerative brakes. Frictional Brakes Frictional brakes are typically hydraulic, utilizing hydraulic fluid take the pressure from the brake [...]