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Tactile gages (comparator strips) can aid in quick assessment of a process, but they have limitations for process control. We look at their strengths and weaknesses in this blog post.

In this 3-part series we look at the case of dry, sliding friction and discuss how surface roughness and materials impact the surface as a bearing. Download this 3-Part Series

In this 3-part series we look at the case of dry, sliding friction and discuss how surface roughness and materials impact the surface as a bearing. Download this 3-Part Series