Elements of Friction Theory and Nanotribology

Enrico Gnecco, Ernst Meyer (Universität Basel, Switzerland)

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English

Cambridge University Press
30 April 2015

Condensed matter physics (liquid state & solid state physics); Mechanical engineering & materials; Mechanical engineering; Tribology (friction & lubrication); Flow, turbulence, rheology

Combining the classical theories of contact mechanics and lubrication with the study of friction on the nanometer range, this multi-scale book for researchers and students alike guides the reader deftly through the mechanisms governing friction processes, based on state-of-the-art models and experimental results. The first book in the field to incorporate recent research on nanotribology with classical theories of contact mechanics, this unique text explores atomic scale scratches, non-contact friction and fishing of molecular nanowires as observed in the lab. Beginning with simple key concepts, the reader is guided through progressively more complex topics, such as contact of self-affine surfaces and nanomanipulation, in a consistent style, encompassing both macroscopic and atomistic descriptions of friction, and using unified notations to enable use by physicists and engineers across the scientific community.

By: Enrico Gnecco, Ernst Meyer (Universität Basel, Switzerland)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 183mm, Width: 261mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 680g
ISBN: 9781107006232
ISBN 10: 1107006236
Pages: 318
Publication Date: 30 April 2015
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Enrico Gnecco is a Senior Scientist at IMDEA Nanoscience, Madrid, where his research focuses on friction phenomena on the atomic scale, controlled manipulation of nanoparticles and theoretical bases of nanotribology. Ernst Meyer is Professor of Experimental Physics at the University of Basel and module coordinator in the NCCR for Nanoscale Science. He is a former Chairman of the European Science Foundation collaborative network 'Nanotribo'.