Solving Wear, Friction, and Squeaking Problems with UHMWPE Components 980715
In automotive-, truck-, and rail-vehicle sub-systems involving rotating and sliding surfaces, problems often arise with wear, friction, and noise in various combinations. These problems have been reduced or eliminated by replacing steel, nylon, acetal and other materials with ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) components. The objective of this paper is to show how UHMWPE can be effectively utilized to eliminate the above problems.
We will present advancements in processing and application of UHMWPE with case study examples. Laboratory studies of various material properties will be compared and contrasted with other more common materials. We will also present principles of part design for manufacturability.
Citation: Bermes, S., Isaac, B., and Brown, E., "Solving Wear, Friction, and Squeaking Problems with UHMWPE Components," SAE Technical Paper 980715, 1998, https://doi.org/10.4271/980715. Download Citation
Author(s):
Steven P. Bermes, Bobby Isaac, Elsworth Brown
Pages: 6
Event:
International Congress & Exposition
ISSN:
0148-7191
e-ISSN:
2688-3627
Also in:
Plastics: Components, Processes, and Technology-SP-1340
Related Topics:
Wear
Steel
Noise
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