Keep Cool to Reduce Friction,” Suggests a New Study of Nanoscale Water Condensation

“Keep cool to reduce friction” might be the advice given to designers of nanoscale machinery by researchers who have just completed a study of factors influencing the formation of “water bridges” – capillary connections that can glue surfaces together, giving rise to friction forces.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news6764.html">Keep Cool to Reduce Friction,” Suggests a New Study of Nanoscale Water Condensation</a></p> <p>“Keep cool to reduce friction” might be the advice given to designers of nanoscale machinery by researchers who have just completed a study of factors influencing the formation of “water bridges” – capillary connections that can glue surfaces together, giving rise to friction forces.</p>