Machine Elements
The research subject Machine Elements has world-leading research expertise in the field of tribology - that is, lubrication, wear and friction.
Wear and friction on production equipment, cars and machines of various kinds cause damage worth tens of billions of SEK every year. In basic industry, about half of the operating costs are maintenance costs related to wear and friction.
Tribology researchers at Luleå University of Technology work closely with companies to solve problems related to lubrication, abrasion and friction. Our partners include Scania, BorgWarner, Volvo Construction Equipment, SKF, Gestamp HardTech, Shell, Bosch Rexroth and others.
Friction and wear cause problems such as high energy consumption and production stops in industry. Tribology researchers at Luleå University of Technology strives at seeking answers to these tribological challenges to enable development of new products and processes.
New Adjunct Professor Bridges Sports and Engineering
With a background in physiology, biomechanics, and elite Olympic sports, he aims to deepen the connection between the human body and technical systems.
Takes Seat on Research Council Committee
Roland Larsson, professor of machine elements at Luleå University of Technology, has been elected as a member of the Swedish Research Council's newly formed Committee for Engineering Sciences.
New Head of Division wants to strengthen the role of the subject
Pär Marklund, professor of machine elements, has recently assumed the role of Head of Division and looks forward to advancing research in a time when technology and sustainability go hand in hand.
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Tribology Days at SSAB
This year’s Tribology Days were hosted by SSAB in Oxelösund. Over two days, presentations were given on current tribology research and industrial applications. Some focused on steel and tribology, others on new surface treatments, energy-efficient me...
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Bosch-Rexroth visited the university
A delegation from Bosch-Rexroth recently visited Luleå University of Technology and researchers at the departments. During the visit, the group was shown laboratories and new research at the university.
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