One of the most respected archival journals in the field of tribology, the Journal of Tribology annually publishes over 100 outstanding technical articles of permanent interest to the tribology community, and attracts articles by tribologists from around the world.

The journal features a mix of experimental, numerical, and theoretical articles dealing with all aspects of the field, including, but not limited to: friction and wear, fluid film lubrication, elastohydrodynamic lubrication, surface properties and characterization, contact mechanics, magnetic recordings, biotribology, micro- and nanotribology, seals, tribological system design and technology, gears, lubricants, and artificial joints.

In addition to being of interest to engineers and other scientists doing research in the field, the information published in the journal is also of great importance to engineers who design or use mechanical components such as bearings, gears, seals, magnetic recording heads and disks, prosthetic joints, or who are involved with manufacturing processes.

Published: January, April, July, October

Subscriptions currently include the years 2000 - present. Access to archived content prior to the year 2000 can be obtained with an instututional subscription or an ASME Member Article Pack.

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