About STLE

The Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) is the premier technical society serving the needs of more than 15,000 individuals and 200 companies and organizations that comprise the tribology and lubrication engineering business sector. It is a global organization dedicated to advancing the science of tribology, which is the study of friction, wear, and lubrication of moving parts. This can be airplane engines or contact lenses, from the smallest material to the largest. STLE brings together industry leaders to share knowledge, develop cutting-edge solutions, and drive innovation in industries. STLE has professional education, certification programs, publications and events that allow members to stay ahead in the technology and science of the field.

Lubrication Engineering relates to the reduction of friction and wear between relatively moving parts. The term tribology describes the study of interacting moving surfaces. Tribology encompasses aspects of physics, chemistry, applied mathematics, metallurgy, material science, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering and applied mechanics.

Studies estimate that as much as one-third of all usable, device-produced energy is lost to friction and wear. This costs industry and consumers billions each year. In addition to energy waste, friction and wear greatly affect product reliability, maintainability, safety, life and environmental factors.


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