An Introductory Guide to Industrial Tribology

Friction and Boundary Lubrication: The nature of solid surfaces, Friction Boundary lubrication, Solid lubrication, Fretting Fluid Film Lubrication: Hydrostatic lubrication, Hydrodynamic lubrication, Elasto-hydrodynamic lubrication, Mixed lubrication, Squeeze films, Gas-film lubrication Lubricants: Properties required in lubricants, Mineral lubricating oils, Lubricating-oil additives, Grease, Synthetic lubricants, Solid lubricants Lubricants in Service: Change periods, Visual examination, Routine laboratory testing, Maintenance of lubricants in service Selection of Bearing Type: Selection of the basic bearing type, More detailed consideration in bearing selection, Plain bearing failures, Process fluid lubricated bearings Rolling Bearings: Designing with rolling bearings, Selection of rolling bearings, Lubrication of rolling bearings, Bearing 'equivalents', Rolling bearing failures Methods of Lubrication: Plain bearings, Oil circulation systems, Gears, Cylinders of reciprocating compressors Fire and Explosion Hazards with Mineral Lubricating Oils: Crankcase explosions Hydraulic system fires, Lagging fires, Air compressor fires and explosions, Explosions in high-pressure pneumatic systems Dynamic Seals: Sealing of liquids, Sealing of gases Wear: Wear mechanisms, Wear relationships, Wear in practice, Some generalizations.