Recently added articles from Tribology & Lubrication Technology:
The Butterfly Effect
Dec 01, 2009; ... How a seemingly throwaway line on a resume led to a fulfilling career in tribology. Te current downturn in employment opportunities reminds me of the difficulties I faced upon graduating. ..the first time. There I was, freshly out of my school's chemical engineering program and waiting ...
Improved solar power reflector
Dec 01, 2009; ... Researchers develop a new lightweight and durable reflective surface to replace glass in parabolic mirrors. Development of alternative energy sources has been a daunting task from both the technology and economic standpoints. A case in point is capturing solar energy for use in ...
A meeting of minds
Dec 01, 2009; ... Cutting-edge research, peer networking and student involvement made the E009 International Joint Tribology Conference another winner. I've always said you can divide STLE's membership into two broad categories: [1.] those involved with the manufacture, marketing and application of ...
Peering into STLE's future
Dec 01, 2009; ... A new study reveals that our members are loyal- but they expect us to adapt to a changing marketplace. STLE has been reaching out to its corporate supporters this fall in order to better understand what motivates and drives members- and, specifically, corporations- to support and become ...
Easy-to-clean oily surfaces
Dec 01, 2009; ... A surface coating enables oil to be rinsed off a substrate without the use of cleaner. In working with lubricants and greases, those of us in manufacturing plants face the challenge of removing excess oil from various surfaces. The oil may originate from leaking machines or ...