The role of electron emission in tribochemistry: A review

Michael J. Furey, Czeslaw Kajdas, Gustavo J. Molina, Brian Vick

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Abstract

This paper discusses the phenomena of electron emission from sliding contacts with a focus on the possible role of charged-particles in tribochemical processes. A review is presented of (i) experimental work on triboemission of low-energy electrons from scratching of ceramics at low sliding speeds, (ii) the importance of emitted electrons for initiating tribochemical reactions, and (iii) research on the conditions for thermionic electron emission from metals during sliding contact, Specific connections are made between the Negative-Ion Radical Action Mechanism (NIRAM) and recent experimental results in the fields of triboemission and tribochemistry, including tribopolymerization.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the World Tribology Congress III - 2005
PublisherAmerican Society of Mechanical Engineers
Pages635-636
Number of pages2
ISBN (Print)0791842010, 9780791842010
DOIs
StatePublished - 2005
Event2005 World Tribology Congress III - Washington, D.C., United States
Duration: Sep 12 2005Sep 16 2005

Publication series

NameProceedings of the World Tribology Congress III - 2005

Conference

Conference2005 World Tribology Congress III
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington, D.C.
Period09/12/0509/16/05

Scopus Subject Areas

  • General Engineering

Keywords

  • Tribochemistry
  • Triboelectrons
  • Triboemission
  • Tribopolymerization

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