“…Friction and wear are ubiquitous in nature. 1 Tribological contacts have a fundamental role in a wide range of phenomena, from the flow of red blood cells in vessels and capilaries 2 and the motion of joints, 3 to the function of car brakes 4 and wind turbines. 5 Irrespective of length scales considered, the impact of friction on sustainability and our quality of life is profound.…”
Nano-rheological measurements quantify the effect of ambient humidity on the local lubricating properties of hexadecane on hydrophilic mica as a function of temperature.
“…Friction and wear are ubiquitous in nature. 1 Tribological contacts have a fundamental role in a wide range of phenomena, from the flow of red blood cells in vessels and capilaries 2 and the motion of joints, 3 to the function of car brakes 4 and wind turbines. 5 Irrespective of length scales considered, the impact of friction on sustainability and our quality of life is profound.…”
Nano-rheological measurements quantify the effect of ambient humidity on the local lubricating properties of hexadecane on hydrophilic mica as a function of temperature.
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