tribotechnics
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/ˌtraɪboʊˈtɛknɪks/
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/ˌtrɪbəʊˈtɛknɪks/
applied study and methods for rubbing (friction/wear)
Etymology
'tribotechnics' originates from Greek combining forms: 'tribo-' from the verb 'tribein' meaning 'to rub', and 'technics' from 'tekhnē' meaning 'art' or 'craft'.
'tribotechnics' is a modern English technical coinage (20th century) formed from the combining elements 'tribo-' and 'technics', related to the mid-20th-century coinage 'tribology' and adopted in engineering literature to denote applied techniques addressing friction and wear.
Initially it referred broadly to 'the study or techniques of rubbing', but over time it evolved into its current specialized sense: 'the applied science and technology of friction, wear, and lubrication'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the applied science and technology concerned with friction, wear, lubrication, and the engineering methods used to control them (an applied branch of tribology).
Research in tribotechnics focuses on reducing wear in high-speed bearings through improved lubrication and surface treatments.
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Noun 2
practical techniques and technologies (methods, materials, coatings, lubricants) applied to reduce friction and wear in mechanical systems.
The maintenance team adopted several tribotechnics solutions—specialized coatings and synthetic lubricants—to extend equipment life.
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