This menu provides links to web documents about the basics of friction and wear.

Friction

• Friction General and Overview
• Sliding Friction Overview
• Laws of Sliding Friction Unlubricated Surfaces
• Laws of Sliding Friction lubricated Surfaces
• Coefficient of Friction Definition
• Asperities / Friction
• Adhesion / Friction
• Shear Strength and Pressure / Friction
• Stick-Slip / Friction
• Rolling Friction
• Laws of Rolling Friction
• Friction Wear
• Effects and Classification of Friction Wear

Types of Friction Wear

• Abrasive Wear
• Adhesive Wear
• Pitting Wear
• Corrosive Wear