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Tribology is the science and engineering of surfaces in relative motion and encompasses the major topics of friction, wear, and lubrication. Good practice in tribology can vastly improve functionality, durability, and energy efficiency in numerous applications across transport, energy, manufacturing, machine design and biomedical engineering. Upcoming Tribology Group events: Oil Analysis Uncovered: The Harm of the Wrong Oil & When Normal Isn't Normal 12:00-13:00 BST, 6 October 2026, Live webinar Application of Machine Learning and AI for Early Wear Detection and Condition Monitoring Mechanical Systems – An Engineering Perspective 12:00-13:00 BST, 14 October 2026, Live webinar Tribology and the Journey to Net Zero 2026 – Sustainable Lubrication 6 November 2026, Institute of Physics, London IMechE Tribology Day 2026: 35th Mission of Tribology and Donald Julius Groen Prize Lecture 2 December 2026, One Birdcage Walk, London
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Our 136th President Peter Flinn takes innovation as his theme for his presidential year.
Our 134th President, Joe McGeough takes inspiration from 'Theo' Williamson as a role model for engineers
Our 133rd President, Geoff Baker exploring the role of engineering in society, and more specifically what the role of an ‘Engineering Institution of the Future’ should be.
From the Maudslay Ropeforming Machine to the Penydarren Locomotive, our Engineering Heritage Awards recognise, conserve and preserve artefacts from our industrial heritage. You can find out about each artefact and the engineers who designed them.
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