Elsevier Encyclopedia of Tribology and Lubrication

Tribology is an enabling multi-disciplinary field that supports diverse areas of technology in daily life. There are numerous situations in which rubbing parts must perform reliably over long lifetimes. Materials, lubricants, and surface engineering treatments present numerous choices and challenges for the practicing engineers. The Encyclopedia of Tribology and Lubrication, Three Volume Set, is intended to be a structured resource to guide users through proven strategies to reduce erosion friction, abrasion wear, and surface damage, while also providing fundamental principles that underlie the problems and mitigation. Data and case studies will highlight the rationale for selecting materials, lubricants, and operating conditions as well as how to apply wear and friction measurements. Standard test methods and supporting techniques, like hardness and surface roughness measuring methodology is also discussed in detail. Comprehensive coverage offering researchers a one-stop shop for information on tribology and lubrication that is not available easily elsewhere Includes real-world case studies and applications Bridges the gap between foundation-level books and highly-specialized journal content Editorial board composed of world-leading experts in tribology and lubrication