FRICTION MATERIALS; RECENT ADVANCES, 1978

The detailed, descriptive information in this book is based on recent U. S. patents dealing with friction materials. Many of these patents are being utilized commercially. Whether used or not, they offer opportunities for technological transfer. Also, a major purpose of this book is to describe the number of technical possibilities available, which may open up profitable areas of research and development. The articles are grouped under following subheads: Organically bonded linings; Design of friction elements; Friction elements for railroads; Friction elements for aircraft; Slip resistant coatings for paper and plywood; and Tire tread friction treatments.