Tribology of mechanical systems a guide to present and future technologies
Title:
Tribology of mechanical systems a guide to present and future technologies
Author:
Vižintin, Jože.
Publication Information:
New York, N.Y. (ASME, Three Park Avenue. New York, NY 10016) : American Society of Mechanical Engineers, 2004.
Physical Description:
1 electronic text (vi, 336 p.) : ill., digital file.
Contents:
1. Tribology in the past and in the future -- 2. Elastohydrodynamic lubrication -- 3. Boundary lubrication -- 4. Engine lubricants: present state and future developments -- 5. Lubrication in manufacturing processes -- 6. Gear lubricants and lubrication: tomorrow's requirements -- 7. Use and development of biodegradable oils -- 8. Diamond-like carbon films -- 9. Ceramic and other hard coatings -- 10. Advanced ceramics -- 11. On the evaluation of thermal and mechanical factors in low-speed sliding -- 12. Some recent advances and current challenges in joint-replacement tribology and UHMWPE bearing surfaces -- 13. Friction and wear of polymers and composites -- 14. Micro- and nanotribology -- 15. Expert systems in condition monitoring -- 16. Surface analysis and tools -- 17. A new type of triboservice to industry: virtual tribology institute -- 18. Teaching tribology.
Abstract:
Discusses the achievements as well as future potential of tribology. It is expected that the primary technological advancements in the 21st century will address environmental and energy concerns, health care, precision, reliability, and miniaturization.
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ASME http://ebooks.asmedigitalcollection.asme.org/book.aspx?bookid=244