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Tribology & Lubrication Technology
July 2016
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FEATURES
20 MINUTES
20 Minutes With Scott Leipprandt
Make oil analysis part of a larger reliability program, urges this technical services manager with Lubrication Engineers.
LUBRICATION FUNDAMENTALS
The Water-Energy Nexus
How will we manage our next precious-resource shortage? U.S. Dept. of Energy releases six strategies.
WEBINARS
Improving equipment reliability with ultrasound
Reliable, versatile and low cost, the handy condition monitoring tool serves in multiple applications.
FEATURE ARTICLE
A new class of solid lubricants for bearings
By acting like a sophisticated, oil-soaked sponge, MPLs hold, dispense and reabsorb lubricants during operation.
TECH BEAT I
Potential New Energy Source: 'Inverse Spin Hall Effect'
The dynamic is achieved through using the spin of electrons.
TECH BEAT II
Lithium-Ion Battery Anode From Fungus
The new technology could lead to longer battery life and reduced flammability.
TECH BEAT III
Multimetal Catalyst for Producing Hydrogen
A uniform amorphous catalyst produced by mixing three metals exhibits good performance and durability.
SOUNDING BOARD
STLE's 2016 Annual Meeting & Exhibition
Please describe one valuable idea or piece of information you gained at STLE’s 2016 Annual Meeting & Exhibition.
COLUMNS
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
From Curiosity to Presidency
FROM THE EDITOR
Flick of the Wrist
HEADQUARTERS REPORT
Deliberate strategy provides immediate benefits
CAREER COACH
What are employers looking for?
WORLDWIDE
The Elemental Test
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