The Tribosystem Analysis Form

Abstract

Tthis chapter introduces the tribosystem analysis (TSA) form, its structure, and its rationale. It provides guidance and additional information on filling the various blocks in the TSA form. The chapter discusses the TSA form lists the operating conditions for the tribosystem. These include the type of relative motion, relative speed, the applied forces, temperatures, and other functional characteristics. The quantities used to measure wear or frictional behavior of concern in the tribosystem or subtribosystem of interest are indicated. Lessons learned and problem history. The problem may be part of a history of wear problems of this tribosystem. In a system that involves relative motion and the contact of surfaces, those mechanical, thermal, and environmental conditions that exist during the most severe or intermittent operating conditions likely to be encountered by that tribosystem. The Maximum tribological scenario presumes that materials must be able to withstand the most severe anticipated operating conditions in the tribosystem and establishes a target pass—fail condition.