MCE 454 - Tribology

Institution:

University of Rhode Island

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Description:

Introductory course on the basic principles of tribology (friction, wear, lubrication); fundamentals of surface contact; friction theories; wear mechanisms; temperature considerations in sliding contacts; lubrication regimes; materials selection; design of bearings; advanced applications; experimental analysis. (Lec. 3) Pre: CVE 220 and MCE 354.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.uri.edu/

Phone Number:

(401) 874-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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