Date of Award
2000
Document Type
Thesis
Department
Chemistry
First Reader
Dr. Martin "Marty" D. Perry
Second Reader
Dr. Terry Sergeant
Third Reader
Professor Glenn Good
Abstract
Molecular dynamic simulations have been used to explore the friction between two (110) diamond surfaces in sliding contact. In general, when a third-body hydrocarbon molecule is placed between two computer generated diamond surfaces in sliding contact, the result is a reduction of friction as the load iH increased compared to the same surfaces in the absence of third-body molecules. The size, shape, and alignment of the third-body hydrocarbon molecules play an essential role in the reduction of friction. Results for a system with ethane presented as a third-body molecule will be compared to previous theoretical studies as well as existing experimental data.
Recommended Citation
Manning, Catherine, "Friction of (110) Diamond in the Presence of Small Hydrocarbon Molecule" (2000). Honors Theses. 129.
https://scholarlycommons.obu.edu/honors_theses/129