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[May 2005]
Tribology of Mechanical Systems Guide
ASME Press has published 'Tribology of Mechanical Systems: A Guide to Present and Future Technologies'. This comprehensive work has been written by an international team of experts and 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 miniaturisation. Tribology will play an important role in many of these advancements.
This new volume covers various types of lubricants and their applications. Topics include: engines, gears and the manufacturing process; artificial joints; biodegradable oils; carbon films; ceramics; polymers and composites; thermal factors; micro and nanotribology; condition monitoring; surface analysis; creating a virtual tribology institute; and teaching tribology.
The book is said to be a valuable resource for industry professionals as well as academics and researchers in the field. It is published as a paperback (ISBN: 0-7918-0209-4) and is available at a cost of 46/69.46.
Online ordering: www.ameritech.co.uk
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