Auburn Tribology

In the mechanical world, surfaces are always in contact with each other. Friction and wear are results of these constant interactions. The field of tribology is the multidisciplinary study of contact, friction, wear and lubrication of surfaces, and its applications range widely — they include bearings, tires and engines in automobiles; human joint replacement; manufacturing; nanotechnology; oil product chemistry; power generation; hard-drive technology and electrical contacts.
However, few students graduate with a adequate knowledge of this critical area. Auburn University has therefore created a undergraduate minor in tribology and an online graduate certificate in tribology to help meet the needs of industry. We are also seeking collaboration and support from industry partners.