Friction
Frank Philip Bowden
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Friction
by Frank Philip Bowden, David Tabor
Published
1982
Publisher
R.E. Krieger Pub. Co
Pages
178
ISBN-13
9780898744743
ISBN-10
0898744741
Tribophysics
The friction and lubrication of solids
Engineering tribology
Fundamentals of fluid film lubrication
Lubricants and lubrication
Principles of Tribology
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Friction?
This edition of Friction has approximately 178 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Friction?
For most readers, Friction typically takes between 3h 43m and 2h 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 44,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 58m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 44,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Friction?
The estimated word count for Friction is approximately 44,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Friction?
Friction was written by Frank Philip Bowden, David Tabor.
When was Friction published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1982. The original work may have been published on a different date.