Tribology,lubricants and lubrication engineering — a review

In this review paper more than 200 papers published between 1974 and 1976 are evaluated. These papers deal with the fundamentals of friction, wear and lubrication, including the state of friction, lubrication and materials. Another important subject is the analytical data and properties of mineral oil and synthetic lubricants, lubricating greases, additives and solid lubricants. Lubrication systems and lubricating devices as well as the lubrication of bearings, gears and internal combustion engines are also covered. Lubricants for machining processes and for metalworking are reviewed, as well as questions concerning the testing and evaluation of lubricants.