| Description |
1 online resource (xiv, 420 pages) : illustrations |
| Contents |
Ch. 1. Introduction -- Ch. 2. Introductory mechanics approaches to solid friction -- Ch. 3. Measuring friction in the laboratory -- Ch. 4. Fundamentals of sliding friction -- Ch. 5. Solid friction of materials -- Ch. 6. Lubrication to control friction -- Ch. 7. Effects of tribosystem variables on friction -- Ch. 8. Running-in and other friction transitions -- Ch. 9. Applications of friction technology |
| Summary |
Putting the science of friction studies in its historical context, this book covers the effects of engine conditioning on lubricant frictional characteristics as well as the role of friction in automotive and truck brakes, including brake testing methods, and the friction of footware and biomaterials |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and indexes |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Friction.
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TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING -- Tribology.
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Friction
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Friktion.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781420054101 |
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1420054104 |
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