Optimization of geometric parameters of higher kinematic pairs to minimize their wear

Abstract

In the contemporary industry of machine manufacture, the analysis of the interplay between machine elements that are susceptible to friction is of paramount importance. The magnitude and qualities of this friction have a direct impact on the efficiency of mechanisms, their longevity, and their dependability. However, friction is not solely a resistive force to be surmounted, but it also has latent potential to engender heat, oscillation, and attrition. Coulomb's law, which governs the ratio of friction force to normal force, is the central point of investigation for academics. Precise determination of the friction coefficient, as well as comprehension of the dynamics of this phenomenon, can profoundly enhance the performance and longevity of mechanisms. This is especially true in the context of incessant growth and integration of automatic systems, where even a minor shift in frictional characteristics can have momentous implications on the operations of all machinery.