... on microscopic observations, it was proposed that water inside FRPC specimens is able to provide the lubricating and cleaning effects, which contribute to a lower friction and smooth worn surfaces. The work provides new insights into designing and selecting printed polymer materials, subjected to different...

... 2008 21 09 2008 04 12 2008 creep mechanical contact polymers sapphire polymer materials contact mechanics creep contact area Polymer materials can exhibit a strong time dependent mechanical behavior. The creep phenomenon in the form of strain change with time under...