Tribology is the science of interacting surfaces in relative motion. These interactions control the function of almost every device made by man, and the science of tribology is, therefore, a key element in a multitude of engineering applications.
The Second edition of this book introduces history of tribology in a way that builds students' knowledge and understanding.
Book Format
Hardcover
Book Quality:
Used - Very Good
Book Size:
768 Pages
ISBN-13:
978-1860580703
ISBN-10:
186058070X
Publisher:
Professional Engineering Publishing
Date of Publication:
Mar 6, 1998
Copyright Date:
1998
Copyrighted By:
Duncan Dowson
Language:
English GB
Categories:
Educational Materials - Tribology
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Table of Content
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2 - Chronology
Chapter 3 - Prehistoric Times
Chapter 4 - The Early Civilizations
Chapter 5 - The Greek and Roman Period
Chapter 6 - The Middle Ages
Chapter 7 - The Renaossance
Chapter 8 - Early Studies of Friction
Chapter 9 - The Industrial Revolution
Chapter 10 - Mineral Oil
Chapter 11 - Towards Tribology
Chapter 12 - Towards the Millennium
Appendix - Men of Tribology
Overview
A revised and updated edition of Professor Duncan Dowson's classic History of Tribology which has been unavailable for a number of years.
The scope of Professor Dowson's survey is broad in time, place, and subject.
All the major periods in the history of science and technology are covered, including the much-neglected Middle Ages, the Renaissance and other recognised eras of scientific development.
For each period the author puts tribology in its social, environmental, and historical context, to show that the science and technology of tribology developed from the need to solve the practical problems of the day.
Lavishly illustrated with photographs, diagrams and line drawings, this edition contains much new material dealing with recent developments in tribology.
This immense historical survey has been written for all those concerned with tribology in the belief that future developments can benefit greatly from lessons learnt from the achievements and problems of the past.
Seniors and graduate students, as well as practicing engineers employed in a wide range of industries will find this book to be an essential and practical resource.
