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Friction-Induced Instabilities and Vibrations
In the preceding chapters, we reviewed thermodynamic principles that are
relevant to friction and wear, and empirical data on these phenomena. Here
we will concentrate on the analysis of frictional sliding as provided by contact
mechanics, with the emphasis on friction-induced instabilities, vibrations,
and waves that can lead to self-organized structures and friction reduction.
We formulate a general stability criterion and apply it to various situations.
6.1 Mechanics of Elastic Contact and
Stability of Frictional Sliding
Many stability problems related to friction involve the sliding contact ...