Friction affects so many aspects of daily life that most take it for granted.
Arguably, mankind’s attempt to control friction dates back to the invention
of the wheel. Friction Science and Technology presents a broad, multidisciplinary
overview of the constantly moving field of friction, spanning from the history
of friction studies to the evolution of measurement instruments. It reviews
the gamut of friction test methods ranging from simple inclined plans to sophisticated
laboratory tribometers.
The book starts with introductory concepts about friction and progressively
delves into the subtler fundamentals of surface contact, use of various lubricants,
and specific applications like brakes, piston rings, and machine components.
This volume covers multiple facets of friction, with numerous interesting and
unusual examples of friction-related technologies not found in other tribology
books, such as:
- Friction in winter sports
- Friction of touch and human skin riction of footware and biomaterials
- Friction drilling of metals
- Friction of tires and road surfaces
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