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Contact Analysis of Non-Gaussian Surfaces for Minimum Static and Kinetic Friction and Wear

Chetan A. Kotwal The Ohio State University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Computer Microtribology and Contamination Laboratory, Columbus, Ohio, 43210-1107
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Bharat Bhushan The Ohio State University, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Computer Microtribology and Contamination Laboratory, Columbus, Ohio, 43210-1107
Pages 890-898 | Published online: 25 Mar 2008

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