Friction of Human Skin against Different Fabrics for Medical Use

Knowledge of the tribology of human skin is essential to improve and optimize surfaces and materials in contact with the skin. Besides that, friction between the human skin and textiles is a critical factor in the formation of skin injuries, which are caused if the loads and shear forces are high en...

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Main Authors: Luís Vilhena, Amílcar Ramalho
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-03-01
Series:Lubricants
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4442/4/1/6