Tribology & Lubrication Technology
February 2026

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FEATURES

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS (STLE MEMBER BONUS CONTENT)
Rotordynamics
Effective rotordynamic analysis ensures more reliable operation, longer machine life, and safer performance. 
20 MINUTES 
20 Minutes With Dr. Jannik Mayer
This team lead for research and development and head of laboratory at LUBCON talks about what it’s like to start out as a newcomer in the lubricants industry, and why working with greases and oils is broad-ranging and multifaceted.

FELLOWSHIP RESEARCH
Symbolic-Regression Based Extended Hertz Theory for Coated Bodies
Tribology research report written by the recipient of STLE’s 2025 scholarship program. 

TRIBOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS
Key aspects of tribology
Let’s start with a definition and provide the problem/opportunity statement.

WEBINAR
The mercurial behavior of ionic liquids at sliding interfaces
Ionic liquids exhibit unique properties making them potentially suitable for components under extreme conditions.

FEATURE 

Beyond viscosity
Experts look inside the rise of next-generation low-viscosity base oils.

TECH BEAT I 

MXenes: Potential to meet electromobility lubrication challenges
Researchers examine how this family of materials may provide answers to a wide range of electromobility applications.

TECH BEAT II 

Biodegradable solid lubricant for planting seeds
Mechanical friction is reduced because the solid lubricant slips between the seeds and reduces rubbing.

TECH BEAT III 

New approach for recycling cathodes from lithium-ion batteries
The recycled cathode contains the correct metals at the desired ratio.

SOUNDING BOARD 

Wind turbine bearings
Readers share their insights on wind turbine bearings.

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