The FPT-H1 is a horizontal tester for testing the coefficient of friction, peel, and tear in compliance with major international standards. It is easy to use and has a modern and sleek style. FPT-H1 ...

A bright orange truck made a few passes along Munger Shaw Road on Friday. It’s called SCRIM, and it’s a road survey machine that tests friction of pavement and surfaces. SCRIM stands for Sideway force ...

SAN ANTONIO — March 6, 2023 —A Southwest Research Institute team has developed a mechanical testing device to analyze fluids and lubricants formulated for electric vehicles. The team modified a ...

RAVENNA, Ohio—A close correlation between what happens in laboratory testing and what occurs in the field is a holy grail of sorts for tire and rubber product manufacturers. Rewards include ...

With industrialization gaining momentum in the United States and new construction sprouting up everywhere shortly after the end of the Civil War, there was a growing need for better ways to test the ...

The University of Sheffield in conjunction with the Railway Safety and Standards Board (RSSB) are working to improve the understanding of wheel/rail interface low adhesion friction prediction using ...

Friction can be a car’s best friend on a slippery road. If the road is too slippery the tyres slide or skid. Local authorities monitor roads to make sure they are not too slippery. They measure the ...