Journal of Friction and Wear

This journal publishes theoretical and experimental papers on all aspects of the science of friction, lubrication and wear. Launched in 1980 at the initiative of V.A. Belyi, I.V. Kragelskii and others, the journal today remains the primary source of information on tribological studies in the Former Soviet Union. Topics covered in the journal are: Friction physics and tribosystem thermodynamics Surface characterization Wear monitoring Surface engineering Nanotribology Contact mechanics Metal fatigue, wear susceptibility measurement Wear-resistant materials, coatings Tribology of friction pairs, durability analysis Bearings: contact interaction, thermoelasticity Lubricants, surfactants, grease fillers Tribological design, optimization, testing Tribology of alloys, self-lubricating polymers, antifriction materials Biotribology The Journal of Friction and Wear is an indispensable reference for an extensive audience of specialists in mechanics, physics, chemistry, materials science, production engineering and lubrication engineering.