Course Details
Subject {L-T-P / C} : ME6142 : Fundamentals of Tribology { 3-0-0 / 3}
Subject Nature : Theory
Coordinator : Prof. Samir Kumar Acharya
Syllabus
1. Introduction:
Introduction to Tribology, History of Tribology, Inter disciplinary approach, Economic benefits.
2. Surface contact:
Introduction, Non conformal contact geometry, Types, Stresses in non-conformal contact.
3. Friction:
Causes of friction, Adhesion theory, Abrasive theory, Junction growth theory, Laws of rolling friction, Friction instability, Friction of nonmetallic materials.
4. Wear:
Introduction, Wear mechanisms, Adhesive wear, Abrasive wear, Corrosive wear, Fretting wear, Wear analysis, Delamination theory of wear, Wear debris analysis, Wear testing methods.
5. Bearings and Lubrication:
Boundary lubrication, Basic equations for fluid film lubrication, Hydrodynamic journal bearing, Liquid lubricants- properties and measurement, Additives.
6. Surface engineering:
Introduction, surface treatments, surface coatings, methods and procedure.
Course Objectives
- To introduce the students to the subject .
- Importance of reading the subject with Industry.
- Problem solving techniques
Course Outcomes
The student will be able to design and solve tribological problems related to industries.
Essential Reading
- B.C.Majumdar, Introduction to Tribology of Bearings, S Chand and Company
- Prasanta Sahoo, Engineering Tribology, PHI
Supplementary Reading
- Basu,Sengupta,Ahuja, Fundamentals of Tribology, PHI
- A.Cameron, Basic Lubrication Theory, John Willey and sons
Journal and Conferences
- Journal Of Wear,
- Composite Materials