Abstract: Based on the theory by Blok and Jaeger, simple equations have been obtained for the theoretical evaluation of flash temperatures, i.e., the temperatures of circular or elliptical contact spots ...

Abstract: Global Positioning System (GPS) is widely used for monitoring some natural phenomena and man-made structures. The detection of the deformation epoch in real time is of great importance in these applications. This study is ...

Abstract: Stick-slip is commonly ascribed to a difference between the static and dynamic coefficients of friction or at the least a strong negative slope of the friction/velocity curve at very small ...

Abstract: As is well known, ambient atmospheres can greatly affect the friction and wear behavior of metals sliding on each other, as well as the electric contact resistance between the metals. In order ...

Abstract: Gantry cranes load and unload containers from container ships. To ensure safety and operation, the deflection of their main beams under load should be analyzed. This deflection depends on the weight of the loaded container ...

Abstract: Temporomandibular joint disorder afflicts 10 million Americans, many of whom have osteoarthritis of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This condition can inflict severe pain and disrupt the lives ...

Abstract: Stiction resulting from moisture effects at small elastic contact spots has been identified and studied using bundles of fine, gold-plated copper fibers sliding on a gold-plated copper surface. ...

Abstract: Due to gravitation, the main reflector of a radio telescope underlies a deformation that causes a change in focal length depending on the variations of the elevation angle of the telescope. To estimate these gravity dependent ...

Abstract: Wave filters and absorbers are important coastal structures. Their efficiency depends on wave reflection and transmission as well as on energy dissipation. Because of their nonlinear characteristics, ...