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Artificial gelatine-based skin model that simulates human skin almost perfectly

Artificial gelatin-based skin model that simulates human skin almost perfectly

26.10.2017 tribonet 1,778 Views

The characteristics of human skin are heavily dependent on the hydration of the tissue – in simple terms, the water content. This also changes its interaction with textiles. Up to now, it has only been […]

Superlubricity state through atom-by-atom surface tuning

18.01.2016 120 Views

Friction is everywhere around us, working against motion of cars, airplanes, their engines, wind mills and other devices causing wear and decreasing their energy and overall performance efficiency. However, there exists a certain state, called [...]
Introduction to Sealing Technology

18.01.2021 591 Views

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. [...]
Reduced Friction: Inspired by Nature

28.01.2016 659 Views

Darvin’s theory of evolution is widely held concept which states that all the life has evolved from a common ancestor: fruits, animals, trees, flowers. During the gradual process of evolution, beneficial random genetic mutations in [...]
ZDDP Tribofilm: Durability and Chemistry

01.03.2017 2,120 Views

The classical lubrication theory suggests the use of oil to reduce wear by the development of a thin separating lubricating film. However, the trends in the industry dictate miniaturization of the mechanical devices with a [...]
Tribology at Work on the Strings

12.07.2017 1,460 Views

There’s something about the moan and wail of a good gut-bucket slide guitar riff that can grab you by the innards and not let go. Any tribologist worth his salt is likely to have another [...]