Journal of Tribology: Recent submissions
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Low Friction Radial Lip Seals for Railcar Bearings
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. A numerical analysis investigates the feasibility of low-power-loss seals using alternative materials in a standard lip seal form factor for railcar bearing seal applications. This form factor is a common topology ... -
Dynamic Characteristic Analysis of Mechanical Seals With Leakage Rate as Response
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Good dynamic characteristics are essential for the safe operation of noncontact mechanical seals. This article investigates a diffuser-type self-pumping hydrodynamic mechanical seal (DSPHMS) by integrating the ... -
Toward an Electrical Monitoring of Load Distribution in Bearings
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. This article introduces a novel approach to modeling load distribution in rolling bearings, aimed at advancing the development of an interpretative framework for signatures derived from electrical monitoring. In ... -
Machinability Data to Sustainability Metrics: Cradle-to-Gate Life Cycle Assessment of Lubrication-Assisted Drilling of Cold Metal Transfer-Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing Ti-6Al-4V
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. With the rapid advancement of wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM), assessing the sustainability of postprocessing operations such as machining has become increasingly important. This study investigates ... -
Comparative Study of Tribological Performance of LPBF-Produced AlSi10Mg and Wrought Al6061T6 Alloys
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. The present research provides a comparative evaluation of the tribological behavior of laser powder bed fusion (LPBF)-printed AlSi10Mg alloy produced in different build directions—vertical, horizontal, and inclined ... -
Analysis of the Influence of Bidirectional Journal Bending on the Lubrication Performance of Marine Stern Bearings
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. This study establishes a generalized Reynolds equation model that incorporates the bending deformation of the stern shaft journal under combined vertical and horizontal loads. The journal deflection was obtained ... -
Generalized MEMT-Field Reynolds Equation With Application to Electric Polarization in Lubrication
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Lubricants used in electrically powered machinery, such as electric vehicles (EVs) and wind turbines, operate under complex mechanical, electric, magnetic, and thermal (MEMT) environments that can significantly ... -
A Multi-Point Coupling Strategy for the Analysis of Spatially Distributed Rotor–Clearance Flow Interaction
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. This work presents a novel multipoint coupling scheme between the rotor and clearance flow, particularly for scenarios where the flow extends over a significant portion of the rotor length. The rotor system is ... -
Numerical Simulation of Pure Impact Elastohydrodynamic Lubrication in Finite-Length Line Contacts
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Impact loads significantly affect lubrication and operating reliability in crucial engineering applications such as gears and rolling bearings. To address the shortage of pure impact investigations on finite-length ... -
A Novel Method for Load Estimation of a Finite-Length Journal Bearing Lubricated by a Power Law Fluid
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Within the applications of tribology, several machines have performance behavior strongly coupled with the behavior of one or more journal bearings. Applications of these machines exist where they must operate ... -
An Efficient Approach for Nonlinear Rotor Orbit Prediction Based on Artificial Neural Network Method and Fully Aeroelastic Coupling Model
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Due to their low damping and nonlinear characteristics, gas foil bearings are susceptible to an imbalanced amount, so accurately predicting their dynamic response is crucial. The current time-domain-based rotor ... -
Machine Learning-Based Approach for Fast Prediction of Transient Tribo-Dynamic Behaviors in Lubricated Systems
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Simulating transient tribo-dynamic problems remains challenging for real-time predictions of transient tribo-dynamic behaviors in lubricated systems due to high computational demands. This article presents an ... -
Optimizing Graphene-Enhanced Poly-Alpha-Olefin Oils: The Role of Additive Geometry and Concentration in Lubricity Performance Across Simulation Conditions
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Graphene is well known as an excellent solid lubricant and one of the most effective additives. Enhancing the lubricity of polyalphaolefin (PAO) oils with graphene additives significantly increases their potential ... -
Surface Characterization and Friction Behavior of Untreated and Alkali-Treated Coir Fiber
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Sustainable technical textiles made from coir natural fibers are considered an alternative material to synthetic fiber-based textiles. Coir fibers are environmental friendly and have better durability compared ... -
Microstructural Design for Enhanced Erosion Resistance in High Chromium Cast Irons
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Solid particle erosion remains a critical issue in many engineering applications. High chromium cast irons (HCCIs) are favored for their superior erosion resistance and cost-effectiveness. This work quantifies ... -
Real Contact Area for Mated Rock Joint Using Pressure-Sensitive Film Comparing With the Result of Boundary Element Method Including Plastic Deformation
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. The real area of contact between rock surfaces plays a key role in determining the deformation properties of rock joints. There has been a growing trend toward measuring the real area of contact of rock joints ... -
A Mesoscopic Friction and Wear Model of Elastoplastic Metallic Materials Considering the Three-Dimensional Rough Surface
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. The prediction of friction and wear is crucial in engineering, and current measurement methods primarily rely on experimentation. However, experimental measurements are limited by high costs, lengthy cycle times, ... -
Electrical Contact Resistance Between Rough Spherical Surfaces: Theory and Simulation
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. In practice, most electrical contacts occur on curved surfaces. However, existing studies have primarily focused on predicting the electrical contact resistance (ECR) of nominally flat surfaces. This study develops ... -
Effect of Tincal Particle Reinforcement on the Tribological Behaviors of Polyester and Vinyl Ester Composites
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Composite materials, widely utilized across diverse industries, comprise various reinforcement phases (fibrous or particulate) and matrix phases (polymeric, ceramic, or metallic). However, thermoset polymers, ... -
Study on the Friction, Wear, and Anti-Seizure Properties of Fe-Ni-Co Electroplated Coating Used on Crankshaft Surface
(The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), 2026)Abstract. Electroplated alloy coatings with high bond strength and better wear resistance are widely used in automotive, aerospace, and heavy machinery sectors. In this study, a micro-reticulated Fe-Ni-Co alloy coating was ...