A Historical Evaluation of Articular Cartilage Lubrication Studies Reveals Distinct Testing Approach Specific Behaviors

Journal of Tribology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Emily P. Lambeth, Meghan E. Kupratis, David Lawrence Burris, Christopher Price
DOI: 10.1115/1.4071015
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References: 78

Abstract

Healthy articular cartilage can sustain near-frictionless motion within the joint; in vivo friction coefficients fall well within the superlubricity regime (

Fields of Study & Subjects

Osteoarthritis Treatment and Mechanisms Tribology and Lubrication Engineering Lubricants and Their Additives

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Journal / source
Journal of Tribology
Volume
148
Issue
5
Publication date
4 February 2026
Language
EN