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Tribology of components in mechanical systems

There is great need for tribological research to exploit new technologies in components in mechanical systems. Just some of the benefits can be drastically reduced friction and wear, increased lifetime or power density as well as conservation of energy and resources.

The aim of this topical collection is to collect original research manuscripts on the tribology of components in mechanical systems, with a specific focus on experimental and numerical studies on the most widespread machine elements, e.g. gears, bearings and seals.

  1. In the last decade, computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools have become a determinant factor in the analysis of engineering problems. In fact, they bring a clear reduction of time in the design phase of a new p...

    Authors: Marco Nicola Mastrone and Franco Concli
    Citation: International Journal of Mechanical and Materials Engineering 2021 16:12
    Content type: Original Paper Published on:

  2. Gearboxes are usually lubricated with oil or grease to reduce friction and wear and to dissipate heat. However, gearbox applications that cannot be lubricated with oil or grease, for example in the space or fo...

    Authors: Stefan Hofmann, Mustafa Yilmaz, Enzo Maier, Thomas Lohner and Karsten Stahl
    Citation: International Journal of Mechanical and Materials Engineering 2021 16:9
    Content type: Original Paper Published on: