From the history of friction studies to the evolution of measurement instruments, Friction Science and Technology provides a broad, multidisciplinary overview of the field. Expanded coverage in this edition includes the effects of engine conditioning on lubricant frictional characteristics and the role of friction in automotive and truck brakes, including brake testing methods, and the friction of footware and biomaterials. The text updates ASTM standards and offers a case study that describes how a new standard for piston ring and liner friction was developed. Other new topics include...

Tribosystem Analysis: A Practical Approach to the Diagnosis of Wear Problems provides a systematic framework for conducting root cause analyses and categorizing various types of wear. Designed specifically for engineers without formal training in tribology, this book:

• Describes a number of direct and indirect methods for detecting and quantifying wear problems
• Surveys different microscopy techniques, including those for light optics, electron optics, and acoustic imaging
• Discusses the selection of wear and friction test methods, both...