Tribology and Lubrication Engineering
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This cluster of papers focuses on the advances in surface texturing techniques and their impact on tribological performance, including friction reduction, hydrodynamic lubrication, and engineered surfaces. The research covers topics such as laser surface texturing, roughness parameters, automotive tribology, global energy consumption due to friction, and surface metrology.
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tribology; hydrodynamic lubrication; elastohydrodynamic lubrication; lubrication; journal bearings; Reynolds equation; sliding bearings; mixed lubrication; piston rings; boundary lubrication; oil film thickness; surface texturing; mechanical seals; lubricant film thickness; thrust bearings; bearing design; hydrodynamic bearings; lubricant film; gas lubrication; lubricant viscosity; air bearings; laser texturing; modified Reynolds equation; bearing lubrication; hydrostatic bearings
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Morton address: 36240490592600817 · morton4x16-v1
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