Green Tribology: Biomimetics, Energy Conservation and Sustainability

Book Overview

Introduction.- Part One: Biomimetics.- Biomimetic surfaces: an overview.- Lotus effect for non-adhesive surfaces.- Friction in living nature.- Biomimetic microstructured surfaces for dry friction.- Self-lubrication in nature and engineering.- Gecko-effect.- Surface-healing composite materials.- Self-replenishing lubrication.- Part Two: Control of Friction and Wear.- Surface texturing for friction and wear control.- Solid lubrication.- Self-organization...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3642435254
• ISBN13: 9783642435256
• Release Date: February 2014
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 634 Pages
• Weight: 1.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.1" x 9.0"