Sentence examples similar to small scale friction from inspiring English sources
Unlike at macro-scale where friction is independent of contact area between surfaces (Amonton's law, [4, 14]), at small-scales friction is strongly dependent on contact area [4, 14, 15].
As a generic solution to reduce friction at small scale, various thin films/coatings have been employed in the last few decades.
If one wants to reproduce the detailed surface topography of real leaves with high accuracy, it would be difficult, costly, and time-consuming, and further may not contribute to lower friction force at small scale.
In this paper, we further the understanding of the device, termed Modified Friction Device (MFD) by fabricating a small scale prototype and characterizing its dynamic behavior.
Surface textures of very small scale are able to carry pockets of lubricant into heavily loaded contacts, leading to reductions in friction and wear.
Its small scale feels right.
Petroleum is extracted on a small scale.
Manufacturing took place on a small scale.
Remarkably, it felt small scale.
