Design of Modern Concept Tribometer with Circular and Reciprocating Movement

Abstract

This paper considers construction and advantage of modern tribometer conception. Tribometer TPD-04 enables simulation of different contact and test types. Special device enables pin on disk, circular and linear reciprocating test types. The main purpose of tribometer was investigation of friction and wear of polymer materials with or without lubricant according to appropriate standards. Tribometer concept and design solution of same subassemblies that provide defined requests fulfill were described in details. Measure system and software for data acquisition and processing results are specially described.