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tribologyStudy of the interactions of sliding surfaces. It includes three subjects: friction, wear, and lubrication. Many manifestations of tribology are beneficial and make modern life possible. Many others are serious nuisances, and careful design is necessary to overcome problems caused by excessive friction or wear. Friction uses up, or wastes, a substantial amount of the energy generated by humans; in addition, a great deal of productive capacity is devoted to replacing objects that have worn out. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Specializing in the area of tube bending, steel-sheet stamping and heat exchangers, Dalton counts himself as one of only three tribologists in North America devoting themselves to this type of research. By replaying this drama over and over some portions in frame-by-frame slow motion - tribologists are gleaning insights into how lubricants function. Training can lead to certification by the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers as a Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS). |
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